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France Form Sheet – 12 December
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RACE 1: DU VAL PROFOND MAIDEN STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1600M – TIME: 18:25 PRIZE MONEY: EUR30000
Summary: Mehmas is proving a prolific source of 2-year-old winners and that trend is likely to continue here with his sons PURE LEGEND (4), whose dam is a proven producer, and TYWIN (7), himself a well-related colt with an attractive pedigree. American-bred JUSTIFY TWIN CEN (10) and well-bred WINTER CLASSIC (2) are from stables known to do well with its young horses, so they shouldn’t be underestimated either.
RACE 2: DU CHATEAU DU HIMEJI HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 2100M – TIME: 19:00 PRIZE MONEY: EUR13000
Summary: An open handicap in which cases can be made for most. Versatile PRINCESS LAURA (12) showed her form recently on the PSF at Deauville and needs only to repeat that performance from a favourable stall gate to fight for victory. Experienced WALDENON (11), rejuvenated LA PALOMBIERE (10) and versatile OSER (2) are others with legitimate podium ambitions.
RACE 3: DE SANDRICOURT STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1600M – TIME: 19:35 PRIZE MONEY: EUR30000
Summary: Well-bred newcomer ARNAGA (1), with Christophe Soumillon engaged, seems a likely type on paper and need only overcome an awkward starting berth to fight for victory. TIGRESS OF GAUL (8), on paper, will be a worthy opponent, as will PYRAMIDE (9) who should acquit herself competitively from a favorable position in the stalls. NEIADE (13) hails from a good Aga Khan line, so she also deserves a mention.
RACE 4: DE WATERMAEL-BOITSFORT HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 2100M – TIME: 20:10 PRIZE MONEY: EUR15000
Summary: FULL COLOR (7) showed recently that her day in this category is near. She can belatedly open her account at the expense of ROHIRRIM LASS (9), who is proven on this surface and races fresh after a break. RECOLEROS (15) is dangerous to discount under a light weight and appeals most of the remainder, with CRACKNELL (3) completing the shortlist.
RACE 5: DU JARDIN DES EAUX MINERALES HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 3200M – TIME: 20:55 PRIZE MONEY: EUR53000
Summary: CHESS (4) made light work of his opposition in a similar event for stayers over this course and distance and 3,5kg penalty seems unlikely to prevent him from following up, even at this level. KLASSIC PRECIEUX (13), an authoritative winner here in late October, and ILUMINE PRECIEUSE (9), who lacks references on PSF, lead the opposition ahead of KAPANI (1), the title holder this race who was undoubtedly prepared to defend his crown. SHELBY (2), RUSSIAN TWIST (16), second in the 2023 edition with 2kg more, and LEMPIRA (3), newcomer to the stable of Edouard Montfort, complete the shortlist.
RACE 6: DES JARDINS FAMILIAUX HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 3200M – TIME: 21:30 PRIZE MONEY: EUR27000
Summary: With two races in her legs now, LA TEMPLIERE (2) is a legitimate candidate for the prize. RED JOY (14) always finishes his courses well, without managing to return to success. Maybe it’s for today. Currently in good shape, BARBADIN (12) should start fairly heavily in betting. Very hard at work, YORK TOWN (5) should still defend its chances dearly, especially since the change of surface will not bother it.
RACE 7: D’EPSOM HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 2100M – TIME: 22:05 PRIZE MONEY: EUR22000
Summary: SWEEP AWAY (12) is clearly better judged on his penultimate start when runner-up over this course and distance. He gets a narrow vote to score in a very open race. RISE AND SHINE (8) has a winning chance if repeating a good last run at Nancy. FITZCARRALDO (9) has had a good time of things at this track and did not run too badly last time out. NEKOLETO (2) is in good form and should be very competitive once again.
RACE 8: D’UBERLINGEN HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 2100M – TIME: 22:40 PRIZE MONEY: EUR20000
Summary: KING OF TWIST (2) has struggled of late. He did win a couple of times earlier in the year and could bounce back to score. BRAVE SHIINA (3) is distance suited and has improved of late so is a lively danger. SOGYNT (5) carries a penalty for a good win last month but can follow up if in the same mood. BOB LA BIDOUILLE (7) is better this shorter distance and is one of many more with a winning chance.
RACE 9: MY SWALLOW STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1600M – TIME: 23:15 PRIZE MONEY: EUR35000
Summary: CLAVUS (3) has been at his very best on the turf and he is coming off three nice wins. He returns from a break to try his luck on the PSF and might be good enough to score again. GOLD INDEX (4) also returns from a break but did win well last time out and could be a threat. MME JOURDAIN (13) is very consistent and should be competitive yet again. KOVEL (8) is fit and won over this distance last time out so deserves respect.
