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France Form Sheet – 17th November
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R1 – PRIX HEROD – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 60.000
1. SON OF MAN – Bounced back to form by finishing a good 3rd in a Group III race at Newmarket
on heavy ground. Has a winning chance
2. LOCH PIKE – Finished 6th in the Group III Prix Eclipse recently. This represents a slight ease in
grade, so can’t be discounted stepping up in trip here
3. ZOUM ZOUM – Unbeaten British gelding who has won on the turf and PSF in his two outings.
More required at this level but warrants respect
4. MICHIGAN FIRE – Has improved markedly since finishing 8th on debut, winning his second start
before finishing 3rd last time. More needed
5. PRINCESS CHILD – Talented Spanish filly who has not finished out of the first three in seven
starts, winning 3 times and finishing 2nd and 3rd twice each. Dark horse
6. THREE HAVANAS – Talented German filly who proved her competitiveness at this level by
finishing 2nd in a Group II contest in Milan, Italy. Keep safe
7. PEMBA BAY – Has shown promise in two starts, finishing 3rd on both occasions. Must improve
to get involved but does have scope to do so
8. ROSE ACADEMY – Inconsistent but has more experience than most and boasts sound form
references. Has a place chance
Summary : A competitive Listed race in which British raiders SON OF MAN (1), who has placed
at Group III level, and unbeaten ZOUM ZOUM (3) set the standard. German filly THREE HAVANAS
(6), 2nd in a Group II contest in Italy recently, also has a say here, along with LOCH PIKE (2) who
has the form and experience to make his presence felt in the finish.
SELECTIONS
SON OF MAN (1) – ZOUM ZOUM (3) – THREE HAVANAS (6) – LOCH PIKE (2)
R2 – PRIX COMTE DE VAUDEMONT – 2500m (a1 9/16m) – TURF – A RECLAMER – Flat – EUR € 12.000
1. LET’S GET LOUD – Top rated and was a fair 5th in a claimer last time over 2200m 10 days ago.
Will be better suited by todays journey
2. L’AMBASSADEUR – Won a handicap at Le Mans 24 days ago over 2300m. Among the leading
chances
3. ANNA CARIBEA – Won last time at Nancy over 2500m in late October. Has every chance of
following up
4. ISOLA DI CAPRI – Has won her last two races the latest over 1650m 6 days ago at Machecoul.
Needs more to get the hat-trick in a better race
5. SNUGGLE UP – Unplaced in both runs this year over 1800m on the all-weather surface at Lyon
La Soie. Up in trip but others seem better equipped
6. SENDMEASTAR – Fair 3rd over this track last time in late October over 3000m. Others seem
more likely
Summary : ANNA CARIBEA (3) holds every chance of winning again at a track that clearly she
likes although she is 5kg worse off due to the ratings. Top rated LET’S GET LOUD (1) meets on
level terms and is well in at the weights due to the conditions of the race. A prominent role can be
expected. L’AMBASSADEUR (2) scored in a handicap last time at Le Mans and ought to be
involved at the business end of the race.
SELECTIONS
ANNA CARIBEA (3) – LET’S GET LOUD (1) – L’AMBASSADEUR (2) – ISOLA DI CAPRI (4)
R3 – PRIX TANTIEME – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Condition Race – Flat – EUR € 52.000
1. TRIBALIST – Consistent colt who won his first three starts this year before finishing 3rd in a
Group III race last time. Has the means to be competitive
2. MUHALIF – Unreliable but is not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best
references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
3. AL MUBHIR – Unreliable William Haggas-trained colt but one who is not devoid of ability.
Wouldn’t be making the trip without legitimate ambitions
4. MIGRATION – Capable but, on the evidence of his last two outings, appears to have lost his way
since making a winning start to the year. Watch for now
5. ANTHORUS – Inconsistent although not incapable of getting into the picture. Seldom finishes far
off the mark on a going day but has only a place chance here
6. CLIMATE CHANGE – Consistent last-start winner comfortable on heavy ground. Will need a
career-best performance to play a leading role here
7. SPARKS FLY – Won a Listed race on heavy ground at Saint-Cloud recently by a whopping 12
lengths. Should be hard to beat with a repeat of that performance
8. SEA OF ASH – Has won consecutive conditions races recently but has a lot more to do in this
grade/company. Place chance only
9. RUN ZARAK RUN – Runaway winner of just her second start, winning by 11 lengths on heavy
ground at Redcar last time. Keep safe
10. AUTUMN STARLIGHT – Has rediscovered her form recently by finishing 3rd in a Listed race
at ParisLongchamp recently, having finished 2nd in a Group III event previously. Respected
Summary : SPARKS FLY (7) arrived from England to win a Listed race on heavy ground at SaintCloud and she is good value to follow up here at the expense of another British filly in RUN ZARAK
RUN (9) who was a runaway on heavy ground at Redcar last time. Consistent TRIBALIST (1) was
beaten for the first time this year (four starts) in a Group III event last time but lost nothing in defeat
on that occasion (3rd), so is also a serious candidate for success. After regaining her form recently,
AUTUMN STARLIGHT (10) ought to be competitive for the places.
SELECTIONS
SPARKS FLY (7) – RUN ZARAK RUN (9) – TRIBALIST (1) – AUTUMN STARLIGHT (10)
R4 – PRIX DE LA FEDERATION DE L’EST – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17.000
1. WAITARA – Nice form at this track, 4th last time over 2500m 19 days ago. Capable of a bold
show
2. CLEMENZA – Unplaced last time, 4th before that at Le Mans over 1950m in September. Hard
to ignore
3. KOURAL – Credible 2nd in mid-October when last racing over 2100m at Argentan. Can not be
overlooked
4. MARIE TREZY – Decent 3rd over 1800m 11 days ago, and a winner at this track three runs back.
Leading claims
5. LOVELY TESS – 6th two runs ago over 2400m in July, that is the best of her recent form. Can
be overlooked
6. DAYINA – Has several unplaced efforts of late, the latter over 2100m. Looks of limited ability and
is hard to fancy
7. KALEOBAYANE – Fair effort when 2nd last time at Strasbourg 6 days ago over 2350m. Ought
to be thereabouts
8. KATE DADDY – Two unplaced runs of late, won before that at Royan in September over 2900m.
Needs to get back on track
9. ALPHA MARIE – Unplaced on all three runs so far, the latter over 1900m at Nimes 16 days ago.
Best avoided
Summary : MARIE TREZY (4) is usually on the premises and can get back in the winner’s
enclosure. WAITARA (1) has solid form at this racecourse and ran well when fourth last time. She
will be expected to be in the mix once again. KALEOBAYANE (7) is one for all of the place bet
permutations after a pleasing second only 6 days ago at Strasbourg. KOURAL (3) also merits
consideration.
SELECTIONS
MARIE TREZY (4) – WAITARA (1) – KALEOBAYANE (7) – KOURAL (3)
R5 – GRAND PRIX DES APPRENTIS (FINALE CHMPT PARIS TURF DES APP & JJ) – 2100m (a1 5/16m) – TURF – Condition Race Qualifier – Flat – EUR € 23.000
1. BLACK MORNING – Capable veteran mare in good form of late. Boasts solid form references
but has more of a place chance than a winning one
2. MOONWALK STEP – Thrives on very heavy ground and has a particular liking for Saint-Cloud
especially. The horse to beat
3. QUICK FLASH – Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best
references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
4. WINDJANA – Won her penultimate start but struggled to confirm that form under a penalty last
time. Needs to reaffirm
5. NOIRE DESIRE – Has been inconsistent in her three outings after winning four starts back.
Capable of better but unreliable
6. LA YOMOGUINESS – Rewarded for consistency with a last-start victory and has a particular
liking for heavy ground. Dark horse
7. DAIQUIRI DREAM – Unreliable but did finish 7th in a Quinté+ last month and has solid claims
here on that form. Not taken lightly
8. MARTIAL ART – Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best
references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
9. NAISHAN – Out of sorts recently but remains more than capable of acquitting himself
competitively at this level on heavy ground
10. CHAMP DE MARS – Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be
competitive here so is not likely to trouble the judge
11. VEULES – Bounced back to form by finishing 2nd at Hyères on her reappearance and will be
competitive if confirming that improvement
12. ALJANAH – Caught the eye by running on well to finish 4th at Lyon-La Soie last time in a
conditions race. Has claims here on that form
Summary : MOONWALK STEP (2) has a particular liking for heavy ground so is good value to
reconnect with success here. The race to fill the runner-up spot is likely to be a lot closely fought
out between NAISHAN (9), DAIQUIRI DREAM (7) and ALJANAH (12) who are all capable of giving
cheek to the selection. VEULES (11), runner-up on her return last time, comes next ahead of LA
YOMOGUINESS (6) and QUICK FLASH (3).
SELECTIONS
MOONWALK STEP (2) – NAISHAN (9) – DAIQUIRI DREAM (7) – ALJANAH (12)
R6 – PRIX DES LUTHIERS DE MIRECOURT – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Flat – EUR € 16.000
1. LOONA SPIGAO – Won two runs back over 2100m in a Class 4 handicap in early October at
Strasbourg. Hard to dismiss
2. JOLIENENE – 4th at Strasbourg 6 days ago in a Class 4 handicap over 2350m. Prominent role
expected
3. GLORY DAYS – 5th three runs back at this track over 2000m in a Class 4 race in September.
Place chance
4. NIPPER – Nice 5th at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 handicap over 2000m last time. Has eased to a
reasonable mark and will play a lead role
5. KARYNIA – 4th at this track two runs ago in a Class 4 race in late September. A previous winner
at this venue in 2022. Live chance
6. MAGNETIQUE – 3rd two runs back over 2200m in a Class 3 handicap in late October when last
seen. Among the leading chances
7. ELYSTED – 4th last time over 2850m in a Class 4 race in mid-September. Needs a few of these
to falter
8. GRACE OF CLIFFS – 2nd two runs back in a Class 4 handicap over 1800m in late October.
Unlikely to trouble some of these
9. ARAMIS D’AZUR – 2nd two runs back in a Class 4 handicap in mid-October. Looks inconsistent
and others rate higher
10. ANGEL DUST – 3rd two starts ago over 1800m in a Class 4 handicap in late October at Le
Croise-Laroche. Opposble
11. MY BUDDY – Several unplaced runs. Seems to have lost his form and is best watched for the
time being
12. ALEXINA – Four unplaced runs this year the latter over 2400m in late October. Hard to fancy
Summary : NIPPER (4) has dropped in the ratings to a reasonable mark. His latest effort was
encouraging when a close-up fifth at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 handicap seven days ago. He can
get back on track in this event. JOLIENENE (2) will be fit and ready to go after a nice fourth-placed
run six days ago at Strasbourg and looks like the main threat. MAGNETIQUE (6) looks an eachway must. KARYNIA (5) is worth a mention.
SELECTIONS
NIPPER (4) – JOLIENENE (2) – MAGNETIQUE (6) – KARYNIA (5)
R7 – PRIX DE BAZEMONT – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – A RECLAMER – Flat – EUR € 19.000
1. DAZZLE AT DAWN – Won a handicap race at Nancy recently and ought to remain competitive
given this drop in class. One to beat
2. ZELINA – Finished a disappointing 9th last time but is confirmed in this category. Finished 2nd
in a similar race two starts back
3. VALENTINO FACE – Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be
competitive here, so isn’t unlikely to trouble the judge
4. BRABUSACH – Finished 2nd in four consecutive outings before his recent 7th in a handicap
across the Channel. Could well distinguish himself at this level
5. WONDER OF YOU – Unplaced and soundly beaten in Quinté+ recently but will surely fare better
in this category. Keep safe
6. ZOUBAREVA – Made no impression on debut so is hard to make a case for and is best watched
for now. Others are preferred
7. MEDINA GOLD – From a stable that usually does well when travelling to France. Unreliable but
has the means to fight for victory
8. PORTRERO – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but
is as hard to rule out
9. MYTHOS – Consistent for the most part with sound form references to his name. Remains
capable of having a say here
10. TORINOBELLO – Remains a maiden but did finish 3rd in his only starts at this level before
finishing 3rd and 2nd in his last two starts in conditions races. Dark horse
11. LA SWISS – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even
at this level. Ignore
12. EDEN – Won her penultimate outing at Argentan but struggled under a penalty last time (8th).
Worthy of another chance here in her start at this level
Summary : DAZZLE AT DAWN (1) won a handicap at Nancy recently and is good value to follow
up that success with another on his return to the claiming division. Amy Murphy’s runners are
usually formidable on their travels to these parts, so the chances of MEDINA GOLD (7) must be
seriously respected. ZELINA (2), proven at this level, and BRABUSACH (4), whose recent 7th
came after he finished 2nd in four consecutive outings, ought to be competitive too. EDEN (12) is
another to note in her first start in this grade.
SELECTIONS
DAZZLE AT DAWN (1) – MEDINA GOLD (7) – ZELINA (2) – BRABUSACH (4)
R8 – PRIX STANISLAS LESZCZYNSKI DUC DE LORRAINE – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Flat – EUR € 19.000
1. JOYEUSE SAGE – 5th two runs ago was the best of her recent form. That was over 2000m in a
Class 3 race. Opposable
2. SOLVIO – 3rd two runs ago over 2000m at Compiegne in early October in a Class 3 race. Others
seem more likely
3. MR RIEM – Ran well when 4th at this track last time in late October and ought to make his
presence felt
4. MDRACAFEU – 4th 10 days ago at Fontainebleau over 2600m in a Class 3 handicap. Drops
back in trip and is worth considering
5. SUNRAY – Fair 3rd two runs ago over 1800m in early October in a Class 3 race. Might make
things interesting from a place perspective
6. BURATTINA – Won by 4L 20 days ago at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m in a Class 4 race. Can
win again over the extra 200m
7. PRAIRIE GLORY – Won two of the last three runs, the latest over 1800m in a Class 4 race. Has
won over 2000m in June, so the trip is no issue
8. SUPER ZOOM – 4th four runs ago is the best of recent form, which was over 1600m at SaintCloud. Needs a few to come up short
9. SKIPPER – Fair 2nd over 1800m to PRAIRIE GLORY (7) when last seen 11 days ago. Meets
his old rival on better terms and he can be involved
10. MOTORSPORT – Fair 5th last time over 2100m 18 days ago at Saint-Cloud. Capable of making
the top three
11. PHILIPPE’S GREY – Fair 3rd over 2400m when last seen 15 days ago at Lyon Parilly in a Class
4 handicap. Not the most reliable
12. ANTINEA – 4th last time over 2300m in October in a Class 4 race. Did win over 2600m in May
but others rate higher
13. WONDER HOPE – Four unplaced efforts of late, 2nd before that over 2500m in July. Might be
better over a bit further
Summary : BURATTINA (6) was a convincing winner when last seen 20 days ago in a claimer.
She can be expected to have a leading say in proceedings now that she is upped in class. PRAIRIE
GLORY (7) has been in top shape recently and could make it three wins from his last four runs.
SKIPPER (9) needs to be strongly considered. He is better off at the weights today with his old rival
PRAIRIE GLORY (7) and is a player. MR RIEM (3) looks the best of the rest.
SELECTIONS
BURATTINA (6) – PRAIRIE GLORY (7) – SKIPPER (9) – MR RIEM (3)
R9 – PRIX DES FALAISES DE CRAIE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Flat – EUR € 23.000
1. ON THE EDGE – Inconsistent but has undeniable means to be competitive in a race of this
nature. Finished 2nd at Compiègne two starts back and has a winning chance here on that form
2. ROI DE L’AIR – Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best
references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
3. JACK O’BOY – Unreliable but too soon to be written off given his liking for heavy ground as well
as this course and distance. Keep safe
4. MYSTERY – Competitive off his current mark and is better suited to this distance. Ought to
bounce back from a recent failure
5. KENDY TIME – From the stable of Jacques Piednoel who boasts a good record on his travels.
Out of sorts but is seldom far off the mark
6. OYAPOCK – Twice unplaced but has also won twice from his last four starts. Unreliable and is
drawn widest of all but his rider’s 1,5kg allowance does help
7. CRUELLA DE VIL – Won three starts back but has struggled in her two outings under a resultant
penalty. Best watched for now
8. JACK OF TRADES – Boasts some sound references/credentials on heavy ground, so is
dangerous to discount. Not taken lightly
9. ZELZALITA – Has already proven that she can do well in this category and does appreciate this
track and trip. Beware
10. I’M ON MY WAY – Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best
references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
11. ORANGE VIF – Consistent performer with sound form references. Doesn’t have much margin
to warrant victory but will be competitive for the places
12. PETERHOF – Has regained momentum and lines up here in good form and physical condition.
Competitive at this level so should be a factor
13. FOXEY LADY – Struggling to regain any form or show signs of improvement needed to be
competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
14. MI C’INFILO – Took advantage of a reduced rating to win last time so races under a 2kg penalty
here. Does run well on heavy ground
Summary : A hard race to assess and, potentially, a toss-up between MYSTERY (4) and JACK
O’BOY (3) to see who emerges with the honours. PETERHOF (12) and ON THE EDGE (1) are
also serious candidates for success and likely to play leading roles, as are ORANGE VIF (11) and
ZELZALITA (9) if judged on their best references. Although unreliable, both JACK OF TRADES (8)
and KENDY TIME (5) are capable of having a say too.
SELECTIONS
MYSTERY (4) – JACK O’BOY (3) – PETERHOF (12) – ON THE EDGE (1)
R10 – PRIX DE LA BASILIQUE SAINT-EPVRE (DORY) – 1400m (a7f) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17.000
1. BALLERINA – 5th two runs back at this venue over 1400m in a claimer in October. Hard to make
a case for
2. LADY ROCHE – Nice 2nd when last seen to NO TIME (4) at this track in October. Can make the
top four
3. WILLIBALD – 3rd three runs back at Amiens over 1650m in a claimer in late September. Looks
vulnerable
4. NO TIME – Scored over 1400m at this venue when last seen in late October. Solid form at the
track and can have a say
5. RASTIGNAC – 3rd last time over 1100m in a handicap on October 28th. Looks ready to get his
head in front
6. WHAT ELSE CHOP – Three unplaced runs of late, 2nd before that over 1400m in May at
Strasbourg. Opposable
7. VIZINDI – Four unplaced runs, won before that over 1400m in July at Clairefontaine. Others seem
more likely
8. UN PLUS UNE – 4th when last seen 11 days ago over 1100m in a claimer. Has work to do to
win but can feature
9. SALAZAR – 5th last time in a claimer over 1100m 11 days ago. Looks to be out of form and is
best left alone
10. OCTOBER CHOPE – Fair 2nd last time over 1500m at Saint-Cloud 7 days ago. No fitness
issues and can make her presence felt
11. FRECCETTA – 3rd in the same race that NO TIME (4) won at this track recently. Can not be
ruled out of the frame
12. EL PROFESSOR CHOP – 5th three runs back at Vichy over 1400m in late September. Seems
to be out of form and is best watched
13. KETTLINGUR – Several unplaced efforts of late. Seems to have lost her way since a 4th placed
effort in May in a Class 3 race. Avoidable
Summary : RASTIGNAC (5) could appreciate the step up in trip after a good third over 1100m last
time. He can score at nice odds. NO TIME (4) seems to like 1400m and will be full of confidence
after a win at this venue when last racing in October. OCTOBER CHOPE (10) will be fit to go after
a recent second over 1500m at Saint-Cloud seven days ago. LADY ROCHE (2) has decent course
form and can not be overlooked.
SELECTIONS
RASTIGNAC (5) – NO TIME (4) – OCTOBER CHOPE (10) – LADY ROCHE (2)
R11 – PRIX DES BOUCLES DE LA SEINE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Flat – EUR € 32.000
1. SHIELDING – No longer has any margin after back-to-back spring victories but his aptitude for
heavy ground is reason enough to respect his chances
2. ANTHARIS – Has won three of his last five outings, including consecutive recent outings, and
ought to remain competitive in his hat-trick attempt
3. DANTES – Former Quinté+ winner who, on the strength of his recent form, has a good
opportunity to return to winning ways
4. AFRICAN GREY – Last-start winner currently in full possession of his means. Appreciates heavy
ground so ought to remain competitive
5. AMERICAN HOPE – Unplaced in both outings after winning three starts back but did catch the
eye last time so could get into the picture
6. GOLDINO BELLO – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so his chances are limited
even at this level. Ignore
7. PANDIA SELENE – Acquitted herself creditably in a Quinté+ in her first start off her current mark.
Should be a factor
8. LAURENT – Undeniably capable but has gone off the boil in his last three starts, unplaced in
each outing, so is best watched for now
9. BECASSIO – Struggling to regain any form or show signs of improvement needed to be
competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
10. SCHWENDI – Out of sorts but remains undeniably capable. Has tumbled in the ratings/weights
to an attractive mark and will be suited by heavy ground
11. KING HARTWOOD – Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to
trust but is as hard to rule out
12. LARNO – Finished a reassuring 2nd last time so could get a look in here if confirming that
improvement. Outsider
13. AIGUIERE D’ARGENT – Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her
best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
14. MORSAN – Consistent veteran, runner-up in two of his last three starts. Will sport Australian
blinkers on this occasion and thrives in testing conditions – beware
Summary : A wide-open handicap in which it could pay to side with inconsistent DANTES (3) who
is undeniably capable at this level after a commendable attempt in a Quinté+ last time. PANDIA
SELENE (7), proven on heavy ground and testing conditions, and SCHWENDI (10), who has
dropped to an attractive mark (rating), are others with the means to fight for victory. AMERICAN
HOPE (5) is better than his recent displays suggest and could resurface in this category. Both laststart winners ANTHARIS (2) and AFRICAN GRAY (4) ought to remain competitive and are high on
the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
DANTES (3) – PANDIA SELENE (7) – SCHWENDI (10) – AMERICAN HOPE (5)
