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France Form Sheet – 19th October
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R1 – PRIX DE LA FORET DE LYONS – 1900m (a1 3/16m) – ALL WEATHER – Divised Handicap – Flat – EUR € 53.000
1. WONNEMOND – Placed at Group II level in Italy and performed creditably in a competitive
handicap last month from a wide draw. Remains capable at 10 years of age but has it all to do
again from another wide gate
2. MR COALVILLE – Has registered all five of his career wins on this surface and, although out of
sorts recently, ought to do better now after two comeback races and with a reduced rating.
Redemption awaits
3. CICCIO BOY – Has enjoyed great success at Quinté+ level, with 11 podium finishes in 22
appearances in this grade, but has never done better than 5th over distances further than 1600m.
For lovers of outsiders
4. UZEL – Finished 2nd last time out and, in doing so, proved he retains sufficient means to shine
at this value. Confirmed on this course but is positioned awkwardly in the starting gates returning
from a break
5. SKY POWER – Placed in two of his three outings this year but has, nevertheless, seen his
handicap value drop with each start. Dangerous off this mark with Maxime Guyon engaged
6. KHOCHENKO – Has patchy recent form to his name but reverts to the all-weather surface here
off a mark 1kg lower and he ought to appreciate cutting back in distance. Beware
7. THE LAUREATE – Inconsistent but not incapable, having run well at this level twice before. Held
his own on the PSF at Chantilly and Pornichet but has not done better than 10th on this surface at
Deauville. Dark horse
8. EXCITING – Unreliable of late but confirmed on this course (five times in the first five from six
outings here), and has also seen his weight situation improve recently. Can get into the mix
9. DRAGONET – Was disappointing last time out but will appreciate a return to this surface, having
been successful on it already. Keep safe
10. PORTALIS – Proved his competitiveness at this level on several occasions in the first quarter
of 2023. Did not go unnoticed (6th) on his reappearance either but should improve to be competitive
11. VIS LE REVE – Has failed twice from as many attempts at Quinté+ level but is worth another
shot in this grade after consecutive victories in the South-West. Outsider
12. PUMP PUMP JUNIOR – Consistent performer with solid form references/credentials and is
effective over 1900m on the PSF. Should have a role to play
13. GRAND BALCON – Effective on this surface and has been lowered 1kg after a string of
uninspiring recent displays, so is not incapable of sparking improvement, but is best watched for
now 14. CHANCE – Consistent veteran who, since joining Yann Barberot, has not finished worse than
5th at this level. Not taken lightly
15. LOOKING AT ME – Has displayed commendable consistency, albeit in races less challenging
than this. That said, she is yet to finish worse than 3rd on this surface, so could play a minor role
here
16. RESTLESS SPIRIT – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Will,
however, need a few of these to falter to get into the picture
Summary : A typically wide-open Quinte+ event in which strong cases can be made for several
participants. It could, however, pay to side with fibresand specialist MR COALVILLE (2) who,
despite losing form and his lack of references at this level, still retains sufficient means to land a
contest of this nature off of a reduced handicap value with two prep/comeback runs under the belt
and Ioritz Mendizabal aboard. PORTALIS (10) did not go unnoticed on his reappearance and
should fare better with the benefit of that outing, especially having shone in this category during the
winter. He ought to make his presence felt in the finish along with stable companion PUMP PUMP
JUNIOR (12), who is consistent and proven at this level. THE LAUREATE (7), having rediscovered
his form and consistency recently, unreliable-but-capable EXCITING (8), as well as DRAGONET
(9), who will appreciate a return to this surface, are others not excluded from the shortlist. SKY
POWER (5), off a career-low mark, and even KHOCHENKO (6), who will be more at home over
this shorter distance, are not discounted either.
SELECTIONS
MR COALVILLE (2) – PORTALIS (10) – PUMP PUMP JUNIOR (12) – THE LAUREATE (7)
R2 – CRITERIUM DE VITESSE – 1100m (a5 1/2f) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 60.000
1. ZORKEN – Blotted his copybook when finishing unplaced for the first time in his career at Group
III level when last seen. Successful in this category already, he sets the standard here and ought
to make amends
2. HEDGE FUND – Boasts attractive form but has achieved those figures in lesser races/company
than he does here. More to do
3. HALA EMARAATY – Held her own in Group races across the Channel and has shown sufficient
means to stake a claim in a race of this nature. Respect
4. GRAND GREY – Exciting Italian colt with three victories to his name from four starts. Has more
on his plate now but cannot be discounted
5. GENTLEMAN BEAUTY – Has won back-to-back outings on Chantilly’s straight course recently,
the latest over this distance. Leading light
6. BAILEYS POLKA DOT – Talented filly with sound references, so she is not incapable of getting
a look in here. Place chance
7. GRADE MAKER – Seldom finishes far off the mark and is not incapable of getting a look in here,
though has no more than a place chance
8. BONBON – She opened her list at the end of September in Cork and will be entrusted to Maxime
Guyon here.
9. RUSH QUEEN – Consistent filly with sound form references/credentials in Ireland. Not taken
lightly on French soil
10. MESSINA – Useful filly with sound references, including a 5th in a Listed race won by ZORKEN
(1) and a 2nd last time out. Has regained freshness and could have more to offer
11. SUNNY ANGEL – Improving last-start winner who represents a stable in good form. With further
progress expected, she ought to be competitive
Summary : ZORKEN (1), already a runner-up at Group III level, has won three of his six starts
including a Listed race. He did not go unnoticed when 6th in a stronger race/grade last time and
ought to capitalise on a return to this category by bouncing back to winning ways. GENTLEMAN
BEAUTY (5) has won both his starts made during the second half of the year and is likely to pose
a threat. Improving last-start winner SUNNY ANGEL (11) could join that fight for victory, while both
HALA EMARAATY (3) and RUSH QUEEN (9) are also capable of getting into the picture.
SELECTIONS
ZORKEN (1) – GENTLEMAN BEAUTY (5) – SUNNY ANGEL (11) – HALA EMARAATY (3)
R3 – PRIX VULCAIN – 2500m (a1 9/16m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 55.000
1. ZULU WARRIOR – Has found his niche recently stretching out to 2400m, winning three of his
last four starts over that distance, and could have more to offer. Chief threat
2. SEVENNA’S KNIGHT – Finished 4th in consecutive outings at Group level recently and has been
successful in this grade already. One to beat
3. SALAHUDIN – Last-start scorer who has always finished in the winning trio (two wins, six places).
Will have a role to play
4. KAHRAMAN – Well held by SEVENNA’S KNIGHT (2) on recent form and is not at all likely to
turn the tables here. For another day
5. RASHFORD – Consistent colt with sound form references/credentials. Warrants serious respect
with Christophe Soumillon engaged
6. MONONOF – Consistent for the most part but has shown his limitations at this level, so has no
more than a place chance
7. SHAKTI – Undefeated and exciting Zarak filly who has won twice over 2400m. This requires a
great deal more but she does have plenty of scope for improvement
8. MISSVENICIA – Showed plenty promise early on but could only manage to finish 6th of 10 in a
Listed race last time. Needs to improve stretching out to this distance to have a say here
Summary : Already a winner at this level over 2800m, SEVENNA’S KNIGHT (2) is probably worth
siding with in this Listed event on the strength and consistency of his recent form. He finished 4th
in both a Group II contest over 3000m and a Group III race over the same distance, so Andre
Fabre’s runner sets the standard here and is taken to get the better of his wife’s charge ZULU
WARRIOR (1), who has won three of his last four outings (all over 2400m) and remains on a steep
upward trajectory. Experienced SALAHUDIN (3) and unexposed/undefeated SHAKTI (7) complete
the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
SEVENNA’S KNIGHT (2) – ZULU WARRIOR (1) – SALAHUDIN (3) – SHAKTI (7)
R4 – PRIX DE LA FORET DE CINGLAIS – 1900m (a1 3/16m) – ALL WEATHER – Divised Handicap – Flat – EUR € 14.000
1. SUPER CUTE – Struggling to regain her form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive
here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
2. BALINA GARY – Rewarded for her consistency with a victory at Nort-sur-Erdre last time but is
likely to find this a lot tougher. Outsider
3. DARLING CHALLENGE – Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here
but has no more than a place chance
4. ONCLE FERNAND – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust
but is as hard to rule out
5. ECLAIR DE VATI – Inconsistent but did finish 3rd at this venue in the spring. Would have
improved since his comeback outing, so is dangerous to dismiss
6. RED CRAZY – Seldom finishes far off the mark and, with Mickaël Barzalona engaged for the first
time, is not taken lightly
7. RAISE THE STAKES – Inconsistent veteran mare who is not entirely incapable of getting into
the picture, if judged on her best references. For lovers of outsiders
8. ANONYME – Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive
here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
9. LA FILLE DE BERLIN – Was a winner two starts back but appeared to struggle at this handicap
value last time (9th). Place chance only
10. SHALAWAY – Versatile although modest filly who rarely goes unnoticed but must improve to
get a look in here. Others preferred
11. PERFECT LIAISON – Consistent for the most part and, while not disgraced (6th), was a tad
disappointing last time. Could be worth another chance here
12. IGGY CHOP – Consistent/honest performer in this class and likely to acquit himself
competitively once more. Not taken lightly
13. MAKENZO – Unreliable but remains quite capable of staking a claim in a race of this nature.
Didn’t go unnoticed last time (6th), confirmation expected
14. PARFAITE MERILL – Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here judged
on her best references. Dark horse
15. SECRET GLORY – Finished a reassuring 2nd last time and will have a role to play here if
confirming that improvement
16. PARISIAN BELLE – Battling mare and a long-time maiden of 38 starts. Unlikely to open her
account and can be ruled out
Summary : Many with chances here in what is a hard race to assess. PERFECT LIAISON (11),
however, is worth another chance and is taken to bounce back from a disappointing performance
at Strasbourg last time. SECRET GLORY (15) caught the eye with a much-improved 2nd last time
and ought to be involved if confirming that progress. MAKENZO (13) is unreliable but warrants
respect too with Maxime Guyon engaged, while IGGY CHOP (12) has shown sufficient
means/consistency to make his presence felt here too. RED CRAZY (6) appeals most of the
remainder.
SELECTIONS
PERFECT LIAISON (11) – SECRET GLORY (15) – MAKENZO (13) – IGGY CHOP (12)
R5 – PRIX DE LA VILLA LES ABEILLES – 1300m (a6 1/2f) – ALL WEATHER – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 40.000
1. LE TABOU – Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best
references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
2. PERCUSSION – Was a very easy winner over this course and distance two starts back. Failed
on turf at Saint-Cloud last time but seems more than capable of bouncing right back
3. EMPATHIC – Finished 2nd to PERCUSSION (2) when they met here in August and is weighted
to pose more of a threat this time
4. PUREST TIME – Finished 5th in the reference race won by the selection on 10 August and has
run well subsequently at ParisLongchamp. Has claims
5. KIT DE CERISY – Has not been seen since April but did finish ahead of EMPATHIC (3) at this
venue in March. Not taken lightly
6. BLUE BAYOU – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but
is as hard to rule out
7. MAJOR OAK – Showed signs of improvement last time (2nd) and could get a look in if building
on that progress. Outsider
8. LUNALA – Has regained momentum, finishing an improved 3rd last time. Must confirm that form
to get a look in here
9. FRENCH DEFENSE – Finished a reassuring 2nd last time and could have a role to play if
confirming that improvement here
Summary : PERCUSSION (2) won unextended at this course back in August before failing on the
turf at Saint-Cloud last time. She’s good value to make a winning return to this venue, despite an
increased handicap value. EMPATHIC (3) finished 2nd to the selection two starts ago and is likely
to pose the biggest threat once more. Consistent PUREST TIME (4), who was a good 4th at ParisLongchamp recently, ought to acquit himself competitively too, with the shortlist completed by KIT
DE CERISY (5).
SELECTIONS
PERCUSSION (2) – EMPATHIC (3) – PUREST TIME (4) – KIT DE CERISY (5)
R6 – PRIX DE LA FORET D’EAWY – 1900m (a1 3/16m) – ALL WEATHER – Divised Handicap – Flat – EUR € 22.000
1. KARAK – Returned from a lengthy layoff with a poor run and could need a couple more runs to
tighten up. Others preferred
2. CAP FAREWELL – Solid performance in this grade last time out when winning his maiden and
he could follow up. Each way chance
3. UNA NOVA – Maiden from ten starts in France and that looks unlikely to change given her form
is unappealing. Would be a shock winner
4. RED GRACE – She hasn’t been seen to best effect off late but has dropped down a bit in the
ratings which should help. Each way chance
5. WALDKAUZ – Moderate last two efforts but now races 4.5 points below his last winning mark
and he could be dangerous again. Include in the play
6. BOCCIATORE – Recent efforts have been moderate and he needs to show more to get
competitive but is capable of popping up. Outside place chance
7. MARGESSON – Best to put a line through his last effort as his previous form over track and trip
were promising. Solid claims
8. KINGSFOLD – Moderate form in recent outings and looks set to struggle in this event. Would be
a shock winner on form
9. VINO BELLO – Has dropped in the ratings and could get involved but will need to do more to
win a race of this nature. Others preferred
10. DORAZIO – Finished 3rd in a Class four contest last time out over 2000m but this could prove
to be a bit strong for him. One to pass by
11. ICATU – Deep draw to contend with but he brings the right type of form into this which will see
him being competitive. Place chance
12. MANNE – Recent performances have been poor to say the least and a huge form turnaround
is needed to get involved. Would be a surprise winner
13. DOWNEVA – Solid campaigner that knows what it is all about and despite winning two starts
back, he should find this tougher. Others preferred
14. CHUBASCO – Finished 2nd over track and trip two starts back and from a good draw, he looks
to have a big chance off getting the job done. Winning chance
15. USER KINDLY – Maiden galloper from twenty four starts who ran a good 2nd last time out but
meets stronger and will need to confirm. Others make more appeal
16. BREMONTIER – Winner of his penultimate start but failed to follow it up against stronger and
looks likely to have his work cut out. Others make more appeal
Summary : CHUBASCO (14) is running to a good level at present and should be right on top of
them at the finish. RED GRACE (4) should show her hand now that her rating has come down to a
competitive mark. CAP FAREWELL (2) has performed well against similar company and should
give a good showing. WALDKAUZ (5) looks to be on the right mark to strike again and warrants
respect.
SELECTIONS
CHUBASCO (14) – RED GRACE (4) – CAP FAREWELL (2) – WALDKAUZ (5)
