VINCENNES - 28th SeptemberTrainer of the day : Stéphane Meunier (406, 512)

Jockey of the day : Yoann Lebourgeois (109, 211, 310, 512, 702)

Horse of the day : Etoile des Yedrag (408)

Dark Horse : Best Match (217)

Race 1

1. DIOISE DEL PHEDO - In excellent shape since returning to racing without hind shoes. Surprisingly below-par last time but can make amends and get back in the game

2. DARLING STONE - On a decent run in recent weeks. Finished fourth to (18) DWENDOLINA BILOU at Caen and should not be ignored

3. DOLLY DE LUXE - Sprang a surprise to win at La Ferte-Vidame last month but failed to confirm next time when 25m worse off. Breaks in front on this occasion but still not easy to back

4. DIANA DE MONTI - Moderate trotter making her first appearance on the inner track but no chance of shedding her maiden status

5. DOLLY SI - Tends to acquit herself respectably when applied. Trotted third to (1) DIOISE DEL PHEDO at Graignes early September but is 25m better off this time. Minor place chance

6. DIVA DE CHAMBRAY - Just one win in 41 starts but useful on a good day. Makes Paris debut with a lot to find though

7. DIANA DES PINS - Unexceptional sort that has been completely out of the

picture in last five and can be ruled out

8. DEESSE DIGEO - Has a good entry on the first row but has never made her mark here and in present condition is not an attractive proposition

9. DYNASTIE GRAMMONT - Mare with a superb strike rate. Won four of her last six and even though yet to confirm at Vincennes still looks the leading contender

10. DOLLY DU QUESNE - Useful type that is rarely far off the mark. Trotted fifth over track and trip a fortnight back but still no more than a minor place chance

11. DASKA DE L'OCEAN - Very hard to fault when applied. Won a similar event at Laval ten days ago and even though on the second line this time can still get in on the action

12. DARQUANA DU NORD - Has shown a different side to herself since returning this spring. Boasts a good record under these conditions and in current form will garner considerable support

13. DIVINE D'ECROVILLE - Not the most reliable but trotted third to (18) DWENDOLINA BILOU at Caen recently and in similar form can get a look in

14. DIVINE DI LEONE - Hardy sort that seldom lets the side down. Impressive in last two and even though shod can still play a role

15. DIVA DU GRANIT - Delicate soul but has ample ability. Sanctioned in three of last four but with application can go far

16. DANIKA DE COURT - Won at Reims three months ago but has failed to confirm four times since and will need to reassure

17. DORIE DE SAUZETTE - Seldom wins but always gives her best. Won her only start over course and distance and given recent form can make a big splash

18. DWENDOLINA BILOU - Quality mare with good references in both codes. Won last week in good order at Caen and returns to Paris with legitimate ambition

Summary

Behind in earnings compared to her contemporaries (9) DYNASTIE GRAMMONT is a classy individual whose latest form is nothing short of impressive. She makes her first appearance on the inner track here but should still have the measure of the in-form (17) DORIE DE SAUZETTE who looks close to opening her seasonal account. (15) DIVA DU GRANIT has been struggling with stride problems lately but when applied is significantly better than most here. (11) DASKA DE L'OCEAN has been firing on all cylinders this summer and while unlikely to repeat her Laval success will not be far off the mark. Eric Raffin is reunited with (18) DWENDOLINA BILOU who can make her presence felt if still in the same form she showed at Caen last week.

Selections

(9) DYNASTIE GRAMMONT - (17) DORIE DE SAUZETTE - (15) DIVA DU GRANIT - (11) DASKA DE L'OCEAN - (18) DWENDOLINA BILOU

Race 2

1. CALIU DES BOSC - Hardy trotter that always gives his best. Left a good impression at Amiens recently and from the front line can give this a good go

2. A LOUIS DIDJEAP - Handy sort on a good day but well beaten by (18) CHARLY DE L'AUNAY at Rambouillet last time and not a contender

3. CELEBRE RAUDIERE - Got back in the game with a good Caen victory last week. Never closer than fifth under these conditions but will nonetheless generate interest

4. BOTTICELLI DELO - Can prove a handful but currently in good shape. Goes well when barefoot and can make his presence felt

5. CRACK DE PEBRISY - Started the year decently but has since lost his way and appears to have his work cut out

6. CYCLOPE D'OSTAL - Winner of his only start over track and trip under harness. Has Raffin in the wagon this time and will garner significant support

7. ALIXAN - Useful trotter but not the most reliable. Abrivard in the sulky this time and worth watching

8. BOSS D'OURVILLE - Moderate type that tends to go better right-handed but gets on well with Gelormini and should not be ruled out

9. BE CASH MONEY - On a decent run in the provinces since early August but placed just once in ten at Vincennes. Is well positioned on the front line though and worth a second look

10. BONEFISH LIFE - A model of consistency this year. Beat his personal best at La Capelle last time and with hind shoes off again can play a leading role

11. CLICHE MESLOIS - Regularly displays a lack of discipline but won two of last three. Belloche stable going well and with application can go far

12. AZAN D'AZIF - Reinvigorated since late spring. On the second line this time and will not be able to lead as he likes. Others preferred

13. CHOCOLAT DU BOURG - Blows hot and cold but is proven at this level. Finished third in a similar Vichy event last weekend but incurs the penalty and will need to be at his best

14. BUZZ SLY - Useful sort that has made progress of late but in better company this time and a minor place chance at best

15. BRANDEIS JET - Can prove indisciplined but has won three of his last four. Has done nothing here since 2015 but one to note all the same

16. ARGOL - Quality mare that has three races in him following a long absence. Should be fully fit and expected to show marked improvement

17. BEST MATCH - Very hard to knock when racing barefoot. Yet to produce the goods at Vincennes but in current form can change all that

18. CHARLY DE L'AUNAY - Tremendous servant that has hardly set a foot wrong this season. Flew up on turf last time and with front shoes off on this occasion looks a major player

Summary

(11) CLICHE MESLOIS may be a delicate sort but he seldom disappoints when applied and given current form and his place on the front line will be hard to oppose. He will not have it all his own way though considering how well he has been performing in recent months and being reined by Franck Nivard will do his chances no disservice. Already a winner under these conditions the in-form (6) CYCLOPE D'OSTAL has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for the occasion and should play an important role. (18) CHARLY DE L'AUNAY has been in cracking form this season and even though on the second line still has a good hand to play. (8) BOSS D'OURVILLE is another for the shortlist.

Selections

(11) CLICHE MESLOIS - (10) BONEFISH LIFE - (6) CYCLOPE D'OSTAL - (18) CHARLY DE L'AUNAY - (8) BOSS D'OURVILLE - (17) BEST MATCH - (13)

CHOCOLAT DU BOURG - (9) BE CASH MONEY

Race 3

1. GAYA DU VARLET - Looked very ordinary on debut here mid-month and no chance

2. GALIKOVA DE JOMAX - Sanctioned in five of six to date and can expect to have few friends

3. GOULETTE STEED - Rather disappointing to date and at this level has no realistic chance

4. GAIA OLMENHOF - Pleased on debut before finishing 5th to (9) GREEN GRASS next time and can go closer on this occasion

5. GOLDIE DU CHOQUEL - Has looked a decent trotter so far. Came in a place behind (7) GEORGIA DE REMILLY last time but will need to be at her best on this occasion

6. GEE - Delicate but is no slouch. Ran second in a Class C under similar conditions last week but no more than minor place chance this time

7. GEORGIA DE REMILLY - In the frame in two of three and latterly in a Class B over track and trip. In better company but can still make the first five

8. GALILEA MONEY - Quality individual that ran (9) GREEN GRASS close here last time. Is a progressive filly and can again apply the pressure

9. GREEN GRASS - Won with considerable class here on just second start. Has had time to freshen up and can double her money

10. GRAINE DE CRACK - Serious sort that has won her last two. Is confirmed under these conditions and looks a serious player once more

Summary

Sanctioned on debut early August (9) GREEN GRASS then won impressively on the outer course next time and can confirm. She was however run close that day by Jean-Michel Bazire's (8) GALILEA MONEY who is not incapable of turning the tables. Winner of her last two - including over course and distance - (10) GRAINE DE CRACK is a filly for the future and the three-timer is not beyond her reach. After a solid debut (4) GAIA OLMENHOF was by no means disgraced behind the selection here late last month and will have her supporters.

Selections

(9) GREEN GRASS - (8) GALILEA MONEY - (10) GRAINE DE CRACK - (4) GAIA OLMENHOF

Race 4

1. ERIS DE FREDLAU - Excellent servant in the other code. Has other priorities and no threat

2. ENCHILADA FACE - Occasionally indisciplined but otherwise on a productive run. Clinched a Class C on the outer track last time but a minor place chance at best on this occasion

3. EAST ISLAND - Respectable sort that pleased twice under these conditions during the winter. Well beaten by (8) ETOILE DES YEDRAG last time though and others preferred

4. ENSKA - Hardy filly that caught the eye in a tough Gr.2 here four weeks ago. Comes here fresh and with shoes off again can challenge for a place on the podium

5. ELOISE DES CHARMES - A model of consistency and confirmed at this level. Drops down the class ladder after a failed attempt in a Gr.2 and will be one to note

6. EXTRA LIGHT - Not always the most dependable but flew up at Cherbourg last time. Steps up in class but can still make the frame

7. ECUME DES LOUANGES - Modest individual that seldom makes her presence felt and is not about to change her ways

8. ETOILE DES YEDRAG - Has flourished since returning to competition. Imposed in good order here eight days ago and will take some beating

9. EUREKA DU FOSSE - Won over course and distance during the spring. Has not been as sharp since and with shoes on is unlikely to shake things up

10. ENORA DE PIENCOURT - Sanctioned on her only appearance on the inner track but is a quality element. Is clearly in form and could prove something of a spoiler

11. ELECTRA JET - Delicate but has significant ability. Lost her action on Tuesday but should still be fresh and with application can play a major role

Summary

Since returning from her spring break (8) ETOILE DES YEDRAG has done nothing but improve and should logically pull off the hat-trick. The talented (11) ELECTRA JET lost her action in the UET on Tuesday and backs up with every chance of getting in on the action - provided she can keep her action together. (6) EXTRA LIGHT imposed unchallenged at Cherbourg recently and with Thomain back in the sulky looks a serious player once more. (4) ENSKA gave an excellent account in the Gr.2 Prix Guy le Gonidec earlier in the month and with shoes off again will have her chances.

Selections

(8) ETOILE DES YEDRAG - (11) ELECTRA JET - (6) EXTRA LIGHT - (4) ENSKA

Race 5

1. ENCANTO - 23 races and not a win to his name. Switches codes for the first time and not a realistic proposition

2. ELITLOVE PASMARICK - Got back in the game here two weeks ago but on this occasion will have too much to do

3. ELIXIR DU PARC - Moderate sort that finished second to (9) ET MAINTENANT here a fortnight ago. Steps up in class and no chance of losing his maiden tag

4. ELINKINE - Opened his ridden account earlier this month but has no love for Vincennes and can be passed over

5. ERO DE BEAULIEU - Pleased more than once during the spring but disappointing of late and must raise his game

6. EMIR DE L'ESQUE - Previously a good sort but off the boil for past 16 months and can be ruled out

7. ESPRIT DIVIN - Showed marked improvement on the outer course over longer late last month. Confirmed form next time under harness and should not be overlooked

8. ENABLE DREAM - Has ability but very erratic. Trounced in the Ceneri Forcinal and has no realistic chance

9. ET MAINTENANT - Opened his account in good order over track and trip two weeks ago and if in similar form should have a good hand to play

10. ESPOIR DE L'ETRE - Left a very good impression over course and distance on lone start under the saddle. Abrivard gets the nod again and looks a player

11. ELDER SHADOW - Useful colt that is regularly in the thick of things at this level. Is confirmed over course and distance and must be afforded respect

12. EMIR DE REBOMARD - Not the most reliable but went into his spell on a high note. Unraced for over two months but is unshod all four and can play an important role

13. EKEREN - Delicate but quality element that recently trotter 4th in the Gr.2 Prix Ceneri Forcinal on the outer course and looks the pick of the bunch this time

Summary

An excellent campaigner in both codes - despite some indiscipline - (13) EKEREN recently trotted fourth against the best of his generation and if applied should have the measure of the field. (10) ESPOIR DE L'ETRE missed out by little on his ridden debut over course and distance and with Abrivard back in the saddle will be given every chance. (12) EMIR DE REBOMARD has not been

seen out since winning smartly at Enghien late July but is barefoot for the occasion and should again finish in the frame. (11) ELDER SHADOW has shown marked improvement lately and can also get in on the action.

Selections

(13) EKEREN - (10) ESPOIR DE L'ETRE - (12) EMIR DE REBOMARD - (11) ELDER SHADOW

Race 6

1. FLASH DANGUEVILLE - Has yet to show any particular aptitude for the game and can be confidently disregarded

2. FLY SOTHO - Has begun to show improvement lately but in this class of race will struggle to make his mark

3. FIREFOX DU KLAU - Excellent campaigner that has never disappointed. Is fresh from a spell but should still be good enough to win a race of this nature on his first start back

4. FRIPON DES SABLES - Has just one blip on his formsheet in last three months. Raffin takes over the reins and looks dangerous

5. FILOU DES VALLEES - Somewhat erratic but makes Vincennes debut on the back of a decent provincial win. Goes left-handed this time but still one to note

6. FORBAN - Back at his best following a relatively dry patch and appears eminently capable of challenging for a place in the frame

7. FAKIM DE GUERON - Sprang a surprise when beating (9) FIGARO PLANCHETTE over shorter here ten days ago but a repeat looks decidedly unlikely

8. FRIMEUR DU CAIEU - Still a maiden but has considerable ability. Unraced since finishing second in a good Enghien event six weeks ago but Nivard has maintained faith and must be respected

9. FIGARO PLANCHETTE - Yet to get his nose in front but useful when applied. Currently in shape and could pick up some stake money

10. FAST BONNEVENT - Not without merit but sanctioned more often than not and will appeal to few

Summary

Solid as a rock since his May debut (3) FIREFOX DU KLAU may be returning from a brief spell but he has the best credentials here and should be able to get straight back down to business. Dollion will nevertheless need to keep a watchful eye on the consistently productive (4) FRIPON DES SABLES who has been entrusted to Raffin for the occasion. (8) FRIMEUR DU CAIEU has had time to freshen up since his solid Enghien performance last month and should also figure prominently. (6) FORBAN appears to be back at his best and will not be far off the mark.

Selections

(3) FIREFOX DU KLAU - (4) FRIPON DES SABLES - (8) FRIMEUR DU CAIEU - (6) FORBAN

Race 7

1. FARCEUR DU SURF - Disappointing in both harness starts to date. Takes his chances in the ridden code but still not an obvious choice

2. FLASH QUICK - Clearly capable but has struggled with stride issues. Top jockey on board here and can start to make amends

3. FAKIR DES BORDES - Yet to show any particular aptitude for either discipline and will have few friends

4. FAKIR D'ARCY - Unremarkable type that has just once made any impact in either code and can be ruled out

5. FANFAN DOUZOU - Not the easiest to handle but flew up at Alencon earlier in the month and with application can again play an important role

6. FEELING D'ECAJEUL - Left a good impression on debut over course and distance late March but completely off the boil since and no threat

7. FLY TO YOUR DREAMS - Modest colt that switches codes after a disappointing streak under harness and not a priority

8. FAN DE PHYT'S - Made an excellent debut at Enghien mid-August. Comes here fresh and should be good enough to win this

9. FOOT DES GLENAN - Has made decent progress lately. Gave a good account on the long course here last week and can again get in on the action

10. FLEURON DE JAFA - Consistently gives everything he has but will need to do more than he did in the race of reference

11. FERMO - Showed promise during the spring. Just second start since the break though and unlikely to shake things up

12. FAKIR DES MANIS - Moderate sort that won at Cabourg late August but a beaten fourth behind (13) FAST DES ANGLES next time and will need to raise his game

13. FAST DES ANGLES - Has shown very good aptitude to date. Decent third over longer here earlier in the month but no more than a minor place chance

Summary

After a convincingly solid performance at Enghien on debut last month the well-bred (8) FAN DE PHYT'S looks eminently capable of opening her account here. She can however expect to feel some pressure from the delicate but talented (5) FANFAN DOUZOU who got off the mark in style at Alencon early September. The complicated (2) FLASH QUICK has undeniable ability and with Yoann Lebourgeois in the saddle can begin to make good on his promise. (9) FOOT DES GLENAN sprang something of a surprise on the long course here recently

and in similar form can again make his presence felt.

Selections

(8) FAN DE PHYT'S - (5) FANFAN DOUZOU - (2) FLASH QUICK - (9) FOOT DES GLENAN

MARSEILLE-BORELY - 28th SeptemberTrainer of the day : Christophe Escuder (301, 401, 601, 701)

Jockey of the day : Franck Blondel (303, 403, 604, 802)

Horse of the day : Prince Hamlet (302)

Dark Horse : Artplace (801)

Race 1

1. SUPER SAGE - Has demonstrated ability in this discipline last year. Off since end of December

2. EL PASO WOOD - Made promising debut in this code at Dax twelve days ago. Has obvious claims

3. POUDREUR - Never a factor on hurdle debut at the venue on 10 September. Things can only get better

4. OPERATOR - Won twice on the flat - on fibresand - in nineteen outings. Hurdle debut today

5. ANZORIE - Runner-up in an identical race on 10 September. Posted a respectable effort on that occasion and should confirm

6. SIB VALENTINE - Beaten a long way on hurdle debut in a claimer last June. Has a lot to find

Summary

(2) EL PASO WOOD made a good start to his hurdling career at Dax twelve days ago and is the most appealing option in this line-up. (5) ANZORIE showed significant progress in her last outing at the venue and looks the biggest danger to the selection. (1) SUPER SAGE has shown some positive signs last year and can feature if ready.

Selections

(2) EL PASO WOOD - (5) ANZORIE - (1) SUPER SAGE - (3) POUDREUR

Race 2

1. DORELKO DES OBEAUX - Pleased in recent efforts over fences. Switches back to hurdling with claims

2. WHITE CRYSTAL - Finished first and second in two starts over hurdles last year. Has struggled on the flat this term

3. FORMENTOR - Dual winner from 48 on the flat. First time over hurdles today. Watch betting for clues

4. DALYSON DE FANGEY - Has not run since March last year. No better than fourth in four starts over hurdles

5. WANDA LAW - Unraced mare aged five who makes her debut for trainer Stephane Eveno. Unlikely threat

Summary

This is a very modest event in which (1) DORELKO DES OBEAUX looks hard to oppose. He comes in on the back of a pair of solid efforts over the fences and will have no problem to switch back to hurdling. (2) WHITE CRYSTAL had done very well in this discipline last year and can pop-up. A first-time starter over jumps (3) FORMENTOR is worth some consideration.

Selections

(1) DORELKO DES OBEAUX - (2) WHITE CRYSTAL - (3) FORMENTOR - (4) DALYSON DE FANGEY

Race 3

1. EVASIVE NIGHT - Off the mark on fourth attempt at the venue on 10 September. Beat (4) CAPITOLE by a neck on that occasion

2. PRINCE HAMLET - Trounced the field when off the mark at Le Croise-Laroche three weeks ago. Leading chance

3. TALK OR LISTEN - Was not disgraced when third in an identical race at the venue on first run for new connections. Has claims

4. CAPITOLE - Much improved last start when a close second to (1) EVASIVE NIGHT here over a mile. Extra-distance will suit

5. GLORINA - Soundly beaten first time out at the venue in a maiden. Improvement needed

Summary

(2) PRINCE HAMLET scored impressively when off the mark on his second outing at Le Croise-Laroche and in similar form, he should have no problem wrapping this one up too. It is worth noting that he is the only ride of the day of Arc de Triomphe winning-jockey Stephane Pasquier. (4) CAPITOLE burst up late when a close second to (1) EVASIVE NIGHT at the venue last time out and can reverse form with his rival.

Selections

(2) PRINCE HAMLET - (4) CAPITOLE - (1) EVASIVE NIGHT - (3) TALK OR LISTEN

Race 4

1. VALENTINO'S DAY - Three time winner from fifteen. Tries the trip and looks interesting with a six pounds allowance added

2. HELVETE -

3. DANCE COLONY - Beaten 3/4 lengths when runner-up in an identical race over track & trip last time. Can go one better

4. KARLITE - Off the mark on second start last July at La Teste. Form of that race has since worked out well

5. ALL THIS TIME - Finished three lengths behind (3) DANCE COLONY over course & distance last time. Three pounds better off today

6. PRINCESS GOLD - A close second in a class 2 at the venue last time out and looks an obvious player

7. ALIWALIA - Has shown little of significance in three career starts so far and is best overlooked

Summary

Both (6) PRINCESS GOLD and (3) DANCE COLONY come in on the back of solid performances at the venue. A slight preference is given to Francois Rohaut's charge who is three pounds better off than her rival. (1) VALENTINO'S DAY has done very well for his new connections and must have a chance in a race like this. (4) KARLITE has plenty of progress to offer and cannot be neglected.

Selections

(6) PRINCESS GOLD - (3) DANCE COLONY - (1) VALENTINO'S DAY - (4) KARLITE

Race 5

1. BO PAPA - Won back-to-back Quinte+ handicaps at Saint-Cloud in March. Eight pounds allowance is a big plus here

2. SKATERS WALTZ - Very effective in the claiming division. Steps up in grade but remains one for the shortlist

3. SA TUNA - Won a Quinte race at Lyon last May. Is distance-suited and must be worth some consideration

4. KENFAY - Useful in the handicap division. Won over course & distance last time and has to be respected

5. BROADWAY BOOGIE - Holding form and is distance suited. Could pop up in the places once again

6. MYSTERIEUX - Had a good start to the year before flopping in a Quinte at the end of June. Has not run since then

7. JUST A FORMALITY - Went through a purple patch early in the season but recent efforts do little to inspire confidence

8. BLACK NIGHT - Five time winner from thirty two but blew out on last few outings and needs to do better

9. VENERABLE - Three time winner from thirty. Ran below-par in last two and needs to reaffirm at present

Summary

(1) BO PAPA has enjoyed a fruitful 2018 season so far. He won over this course and distance last year and is sure to give this a good account with an eight pounds allowance added. (3) SA TUNA has also posted some solid efforts this season and must be shortlisted. Stablemate to the selection the on-form (4) KENFAY can pick up a cheque.

Selections

(1) BO PAPA - (3) SA TUNA - (4) KENFAY - (5) BROADWAY BOOGIE

Race 6

1. RANNAN - Has been holding form well all season and is proven this distance. Big shout

2. TIBERIAS - Off the mark on sixth attempt at Royan last time. On a workable mark and not without a chance

3. DAY HOPE - Soundly beaten on handicap bow at Vichy last July but subsequently went off the mark at Hyeres. Respected

4. KENOHOPE - Effective off this mark and this distance. Ran a good race over course & distance on penultimate start. Player

5. PEDRO DEL RIO - Down the field on both handicap starts so far and has too much to find

6. CARPE VICTORIA - Has improved nicely all summer and went off the mark at Salon in last start. Has a six pounds penalty to defy

7. MEDITIA - Not without ability but obvious lack of consistency and others make more appeal

8. VIDA LOCA - Recent efforts in claimers leave a lot to be desired. On a workable mark though

9. FIRST AND LAST - Still to place after nine outings and makes little or no appeal whatsoever

Summary

(1) RANNAN has been particularly effective in this division all season and has run well on both his starts over this distance. He gets the vote ahead of impressive last-start winner (6) CARPE VICTORIA who has been upped six pounds in the weights. (4) KENOHOPE does not know how to run a bad race and must be shortlisted. (2) TIBERIAS can be in the mix.

Selections

(1) RANNAN - (6) CARPE VICTORIA - (4) KENOHOPE - (2) TIBERIAS

Race 7

1. THOUSAND OAKS - Has been in very good form all year winning six and runner up thrice in her last nine. Player

2. VALOMBREUSE - Looked promising last year but not up to the task this season. First time in a handicap

3. SENOVILLE - Placed off higher mark but remains unreliable and others make more appeal

4. ENJOY BILBERRY - Off the mark in a claimer two starts back. Second run for new yard. Soundly beaten on both handicap starts

5. CHANTE BLU - Flopped at the venue over a mile last start. May be held by handicapper at present. Not a priority

6. ULTIM'REVE - Off the mark on fibresand on eighth attempt. Upped six pounds and chances appear limited

7. JESSY LOVE - Has battled a bit since winning in January but on a workable mark at present and can pick up a cheque

8. CELLO SOLO - Modest form so far and needs major improvement to win this race. Others preferred

Summary

Although she has a lot of weight to carry, the ultra-consistent (1) THOUSAND OAKS is a good starting point and gets a tentative vote to register another victory. (2) VALOMBREUSE has form at upper grade and looks interesting on her first run in this division. (6) ULTIM'REVE and (7) JESSY LOVE are on the rise and can also make their presence felt.

Selections

(1) THOUSAND OAKS - (2) VALOMBREUSE - (6) ULTIM'REVE - (7) JESSY LOVE

Race 8

1. ARTPLACE - Last run too bad to be true. Expected to bounce back although does not have much room for maneuver off this mark

2. L'OPTIMISTE - Has enjoyed a good run of form since mid-June. On a career high and worth a look in

3. RELAXED BOY - Effective in the handicap division last year but has not been in the same form this term. Others preferred

4. SILK OF RIO - Competitive off this mark and this trip. Blinkers back on and must be respected

5. LE RING - Won two on the trot last June but appears to be held by handicapper at present

6. PIERRE PRECIEUSE - Won over one mile at the venue last May but current mark leaves little room for maneuver

7. IMAGINATION DOREE - Has featured off higher mark last year. Tries the trip and a likely improver after re-entry run

8. BERET - Will have limited aspirations off this mark. Has it all to prove this distance

9. ICALO - Showed ability in 2016 but has not been as good when returning in 2018. Could place though

10. LOUISDARGENT - Effective in this division and distance last year. Never a factor in four starts this term

11. RED SERENADE - Registered a fourth career win at Parilly back in May but has flopped thrice since then

12. MIRASOL - Has been battling recently but has featured off higher mark last year and can spring a surprise

Summary

(2) L'OPTIMISTE has been in excellent form since last June. He finished second in an identical race on his sole start over course and distance three months ago and looks the pick. With blinkers back on today, (4) SILK OF RIO will enjoy the drop in distance and can make his presence felt. (1) ARTPLACE and (7) IMAGINATION DOREE enter the equation.

Selections

(2) L'OPTIMISTE - (4) SILK OF RIO - (1) ARTPLACE - (7) IMAGINATION

DOREE

SAINT-CLOUD - 28th SeptemberTrainer of the day : André Fabre (206, 302, 402, 403)

Jockey of the day : Christophe Soumillon (301, 407, 508, 816)

Horse of the day : Kourkan (407)

Dark Horse : Peterhof (813)

Race 1

1. GOT WILL - Opened her account at Deauville last month and fourth at ParisLongchamp earlier this month. Respected

2. EMINENT BEING - Sixth of seven behind Pnyx in a claimer at ParisLongchamp earlier this month. More required

3. LA BOURDONAIS - Well beaten in in all three of her career starts to date including a claimer at Maisons-Laffitte this month

4. BONNET BLEU - A few decent efforts in maidens to date and is dropped in to a claimer for the first time today

5. ANA GOLD - Off the mark in a Vichy handicap on fifth start last month and not without a chance here

6. RED AZALEA - Fourth of seven behind Bonarda in a claimer at Fontainebleau eight days ago. Can do better

7. GRAND SECRET - Runner up behind Monsieur George in a claimer at Compiegne ten days ago. Has a chance

8. CALIFORNIUM - Well beaten in both of her career starts to date at Deauville and ParisLongchamp

9. OIL ON CANVAS - Fifth of seven behind Monsieur George in a claimer at Compiegne ten days ago. More needed here

10. STORM KATY - Won a claimer at Dieppe in June and placed in a few more since then. Place prospects

11. ROCA NIVARIA - Promising debut when third in a claimer at Dieppe in July and back to form when third at Strasbourg this month

12. STREIF - Opened her account in a claimer at Compiegne ten days ago and can go close again today

13. LIFKARITA - Disappointing in a handicap here earlier this month but not without a chance today

Summary

After a few promising efforts in maidens (5) ANA GOLD got off the mark when winning a handicap at Vichy last month. She struggled in a Class 1 race at Toulouse last time out but this should be within her range today. (6) RED AZALEA is capable of better than what she showed at Fontainebleau recently and cannot be discounted. (7) GRAND SECRET and (1) GOT WILL can make the frame.

Selections

(5) ANA GOLD - (6) RED AZALEA - (7) GRAND SECRET - (1) GOT WILL

Race 2

1. ADESIAS - Impressed when winning on her debut at Maisons-Laffitte in July and not ruled out today

2. NOM DE PLUME - Runner up behind Pretty Boy in a maiden at Chantilly earlier this month. Respected

3. LOVELY MISS - Nine lengths third behind Takuendo in a Class 2 on the PSF at Deauville last month. Tough test here

4. REALITYHACKING - Last of five behind Pretty Boy in a maiden at Chantilly earlier this month. Hard to recommend

5. ADMIRAL ROUS - Promising debut when fourth behind Shaman in a newcomers race at Chantilly in July

6. LUCKY JOLIE - Third behind Suphala in a maiden at Chantilly earlier this month. Place prospects here

7. PHILIPPINE COBRA - Fifth of eight behind Commes on her debut in a newcomers race at Deauville last month

Summary

(1) ADESIAS made an impressive debut when beating the subsequent Listed placed Sicillia by three quarters of a length in a newcomers race at Maisons-Laffitte in July. She can maintain her unbeaten career start today. (2) NOM DE PLUME and (6) LUCKY JOLIE were both placed in maidens at Chantilly earlier this month and look the main dangers. (3) LOVELY MISS is next best.

Selections

(1) ADESIAS - (2) NOM DE PLUME - (6) LUCKY JOLIE - (3) LOVELY MISS

Race 3

1. VADIYANN - Won his first two career starts at Bordeaux and Maisons-Laffitte and placed twice at Deauville since. Respected

2. ALHADAB - Third of four behind Study Of Man in a Group Two race here last time out in May. Leading contender

3. KARSADOR - Won a handicap and a conditions race at Clairefontaine last month. Interesting

4. REFUSEEVERYOFFER - Decent effort when fifth to Chailloue in a Class 1 at ParisLongchamp last time out in June

5. FAIRY TALE - Impressive winner of a maiden race on the PSF at Deauville last month. Place prospects

6. DA VINCI HAND - One win from four career starts in Italy and faces a tough test here on French debut

7. ZILLIONE SUN - One victory from thirteen career starts which came in a Fontainebleau maiden in March

Summary

Third of four behind Study Of Man in a Group Two race here last time out in May (2) ALHADAB was a close second to Pharrell in a Listed race at ParisLongchamp in April and dropped in class today he looks the one to beat. (1) VADIYANN has plenty of ability and looks the main danger to the selection. (3) KARSADOR and (5) FAIRY TALE are next best.

Selections

(2) ALHADAB - (1) VADIYANN - (3) KARSADOR - (5) FAIRY TALE

Race 4

1. SYRITA - Triple winner from twenty two runs and always gives it a good go so is respected

2. FRANZ SCHUBERT - Has pleased in all three of his runs this year and is primed to give a competitive account

3. SOLEIL MARIN - Won five in a row during heady spell through late 2016 and early 2017. Must be respected

4. SUN AT WORK - A close second behind Crazy Horse in a Class B race at Chantilly this month. Can be in the mix

5. DANCING HAWK - Runner up in a handicap at Baden Baden last time out. More required here today

6. MEZIDON - Last of six behind Crazy Horse in a Class B race at Chantilly this month. Not recommended

7. KOURKAN - Has not run since September 2017 but has decent form in good compant. Not ruled out

8. APRILIOS - Has been struggling in Quinte races this year and is not recommended here today

Summary

(7) KOURKAN makes his reappearance after a year of the track in this conditions race. When last seen he was fourth to Garlingari in a Group Two race at Chantilly and if he can get close to that form here it should be good enough. The Andre Fabre pair (2) FRANZ SCHUBERT and (3) SOLEIL MARIN are the most likely dangers to him. (4) SUN AT WORK is next best.

Selections

(7) KOURKAN - (2) FRANZ SCHUBERT - (3) SOLEIL MARIN - (4) SUN AT WORK

Race 5

1. LAWRENCE - Beaten a length when fifth on debut here in May. Three moderate efforts since then

2. LAND OF FIRE - She has one win from ten runs and has never been out of the first four in seven starts this season. One for the short list

3. MYSTIFICATRICE - Beaten a long way on sole start last year. Better efforts at Le Touquet and Niort lately

4. TOSEN HARDI - Fair form this year without winning but well beaten in a handicap at Deauville last month. Consider

5. DYSNOMIE - Off the mark at La Teste-de-Buch in mid-August. Unplaced twice at ParisLongchamp this month

6. GONE SOLO - Placed in two handicaps at ParisLongchamp already this month and not without a chance today

7. STILL IN LOVE - Off the mark five starts back at Dieppe but did not follow it up in four goes since then

8. VADALIKA - Won a maiden at Pompadour in July and a good third to Maktava on her handicap debut at Deauville last month. Short list

9. WONDER BOY - Disappointing in first two starts at Dieppe and Le Touquet but a better effort on the PSF at Deauville last month

10. SENS DES AFFAIRES - Sole victory from twelve came last season and has been performing very nicely of late. Respected

11. AIR FROST - Fifth behind Electron Libre in a maiden at Evreux this month. Tough test on handicap debut

12. AS POSSIBLE - Unplaced on all four runs to date and seems to have little hope here on handicap debut

13. VIEILLE DAME - Won two and runner up in the other two of her first four starts. Struggled on handicap debut at Lyon Parilly last time out

14. ALHSEEMAH - Runner-up on the PSF at Chantilly on debut in March but has struggled since then

15. AL RASSOUL - Raised 2 Kg after winning a handicap at ParisLongchamp earlier this month. Place prospects

16. REBELLE BAILLY - A close third to (15) AL RASSOUL in a handicap at ParisLongchamp this month. Better off at the weights today

Summary

After winning a maiden at Pompadour in July (8) VADALIKA was a good third to Maktava in her handicap debut on the turf at Deauville last month. Soumillon takes the mount again today and she gets the vote ahead of (2) LAND OF FIRE who has been consistent all year and must be respected again today. (4) TOSEN HARDI and (10) SENS DES AFFAIRES are two more to consider. (6) GONE SOLO is next best.

Selections

(8) VADALIKA - (2) LAND OF FIRE - (4) TOSEN HARDI - (10) SENS DES AFFAIRES - (6) GONE SOLO

Race 6

1. FLASHER - Unbeaten in first three starts before third in a Group Three AQPS at Vichy last month. Can be in the mix

2. FAIT HONNEUR - A close second behind Fraca De Thaix on his debut at Moulins last month. Can improve

3. FAN OF SEA - Won on debut in a close finish at Les Sables-d'Olonne in July and a winner at Craon this month. Short list

4. FORZA - Third behind (3) FAN OF SEA at Craon earlier this month. Needs to improve from that

5. FORCALIN - Hard fought win on his debut at Lion-D'Angers last month. Respected here today

6. FABULEUSE SWEEN - Runner up behind Fabulous Dragoness in a Group Three AQPS at Vichy last month

7. FLEUR DE L'AIR - Second to (6) FABULEUSE SWEEN on her debut at Lion-D'Angers in July and a winner at Moulins last month

8. FARAFRA - Comfortable winner of a maiden on her debut at Lion-D'Angers last month. Likely to improve again

Summary

A winner on his debut in a close finish at Les Sables-d'Olonne in July (3) FAN OF SEA improved from that with a more comfortable victory at Craon earlier this month. He can make it three in a row today. (1) FLASHER has won three from four and ran well in a Group race at Vichy so must be respected. (5) FORCALIN and (8) FARAFRA can fill the minor placings.

Selections

(3) FAN OF SEA - (1) FLASHER - (5) FORCALIN - (8) FARAFRA

Race 7

1. PORSENNA - Terrific strike rate with sixteen wins from fifty three including his last two. Leading contender

2. USAIN BEST - Has won five times already this year including a claimer at Nantes last week. Consider

3. VENT DU LARGE - Runner up behind Beama in a Class E claimer at ParisLongchamp earlier this month. Has a chance

4. PAO ENKI - Fifth behind Eldelbar in a Class G claimer at Evreux earlier this month. Others preferred

5. WINK OLIVER - Sixth of seven behind Beama in a Class E claimer at ParisLongchamp earlier this month

6. SONG OF LIFE - Four time winner from twenty one and has been in decent form coming into this

7. EXTINGUISH - One success from twelve career runs but struggling somewhat to find a bit of form

8. VIKING QUEST - Former nine time winner but will need to improve on recent form to make it ten here

9. SIGNS OF PEACE - Five time winner from twenty eight including a claimer at Pornichet in July. Tough test today

Summary

A comfortable winner of a Class G claimer at Compiegne in July (1) PORSENNA had to show his battling qualities when winning a Class E claimer on the PSF at Deauville last month. He can get the better of (3) VENT DU LARGE who has been in good form at this level throughout 2018. (2) USAIN BEST and (6) SONG OF LIFE can make the frame.

Selections

(1) PORSENNA - (3) VENT DU LARGE - (2) USAIN BEST - (6) SONG OF LIFE

Race 8

1. SI SIBYLLINE - Placed in a few of her nine career runs and has a fair each way chance again today

2. BIBI VOICE - Runner up behind Le Gitan in a handicap at Nancy last time out and is respected here

3. VIDA - Has shown little form in four starts to date including her handicap debut at Clairefontaine last month

4. PLENTY CITY - Unplaced in all three career starts to date at Clairefontaine and needs to improve

5. PALYA - Triple winner from thirty one career runs but appears out of form now and not really fancied

6. CHOPEMOI - Dual winner from sixteen starts including a claimer at Nantes in March. Hard to recommend

7. ZAMBACHA ROSETGRI - One win from twelve runs and a third at Pompadour last month. Needs more here though

8. TOTEM - Runner up in two of his seven career runs and is interesting on his second handicap start

9. VITABELLA - Useful in the claiming division but has failed to make an impact in five starts in handicaps

10. SAVE THE DATE - Remains a maiden after fifteen runs but has shown some ability in those. Place prospects

11. VALHALA - Modest one-time winner from nineteen whose recent efforts inspire little confidence

12. DOLCEPERCY - Creditable effort in a claimer at Chantilly earlier this month but more required here

13. PETERHOF - Comes in on the back of two creditable efforts in handicaps this month. Not ruled out

14. ALSSARUKH - Off the mark in a Compiegne claimer five starts back. Poor run at Amiens last time out in May

15. DESCOUVRIR BAILEYS - Placed in three of her twelve outings but needs to do a fair deal better to have a chance

16. STUPENDA - Creditable sixth behind Lanana in a handicap at Chantilly this month and has a chance here

Summary

Although with just one win from twenty four starts (13) PETERHOF has been running well in handicaps lately. He is on a fair handicap mark at the moment and gets a tentative vote ahead of (8) TOTEM who was disappointing last time out but is another that is well handicapped. (16) STUPENDA and (2) BIBI VOICE can also be in the mix and (1) SI SIBYLLINE is not without a chance.

Selections

(13) PETERHOF - (8) TOTEM - (16) STUPENDA - (2) BIBI VOICE - (1) SI SIBYLLINE

Race 9

1. MAEGHAN - Well tried this year and has won a claimer at Cagnes in January. Not without a chance

2. BLUE LINK - Well beaten in a Chantilly handicap earlier this month. On a fair mark at the moment

3. EDIDINDO - Runner up in a maiden at Gramat on his penultimate start and could run in to a place

4. RACHAEL'S ROCKET - One success from nineteen career runs. Not without a chance in this contest

5. NORMANDY DREAM - Two time winner from fourteen starts but latest four efforts have not been that sharp

6. VINACCIA - Still a maiden after fifteen runs and form has not been getting any better lately

7. PLANTAYYA - Creditable sixth behind Al Rassoul in a handicap at ParisLongchamp this month. Has a chance

8. SCARLETT CHOPE - Just the one win from twenty two starts and looking totally exposed at the minute

9. MR MACFLY - Third behind Sinnari in a handicap at Cholet earlier this month. A contender here

10. FIDELIO - Has posted four modest efforts including a Chantilly handicap earlier this month

11. MISS ALPHA - Unplaced in all her seven career runs to date and mark looks a bit too high still

12. HENRY BRULARD - Just the one success from twenty seven runs and form if anything seems to be regressing

13. LUCKY JEANS - Unplaced on all four career outings and very hard to fancy in all reality today

14. JURISPRUDANCE - Long-time maiden whose recent outings do not inspire confidence. Hard to recommend

15. NORWEGIAN LORD - Three times a winner from thirty one runs but not in the best form of late and others are preferred

16. JASMINE A LA PLAGE - Remains a maiden after eighteen runs and looks to be on a continuous slide at the moment

Summary

Third behind Sinnari in a handicap at Cholet earlier this month (9) MR MACFLY does not look anything special but this is a very average contest and he can break his maiden tag today. (1) MAEGHAN won a claimer at Cagnes earlier this year and cannot be discounted in this line up. (7) PLANTAYYA and (4) RACHAEL'S ROCKET are two more to consider. (2) BLUE LINK is next best.

Selections

(9) MR MACFLY - (1) MAEGHAN - (7) PLANTAYYA - (4) RACHAEL'S ROCKET - (2) BLUE LINK

ARGENTAN - 28th SeptemberTrainer of the day : Yann Barberot (110, 206, 402)

Jockey of the day : Mickaël Forest (309, 511, 703)

Horse of the day : Espoir d'Allier (801)

Dark Horse : Vital Energy (506)

Race 1

1. SEBECOURT - Unplaced on both starts to date but has shown promise and could be of interest

2. GILOU CAT - Placed in the middle of his three runs but may be better in handicaps later on

3. GREAT - Finished tenth on debut at Nantes but there will be more needed here today

4. DREAM WORD - Came in third on debut at Evreux and will be well in the mix here today

5. ABORIGENE - Unplaced on both outings so far and will do well to get involved in this

6. REAL MASTER - Placed fourth in two of his three starts but might find this a bit too strong

7. SUMMER WIND - Finished ninth on debut at Pornichet but that form will not suffice today

8. SHANDROS - Beaten a long way on debut at ParisLongchamp and will have to do so much better

9. MIRANDO - Placed in all three runs and will surely be competitive once again now

10. NORWEGIAN KING - A newcomer by Kendargent ex Norwegian Lady and there is promise in that pedigree

11. RED SPOT - A newcomer by smart sire Mastercraftsman and maybe one to watch for the future

Summary

This opening maiden for two year old colts and geldings could well be taken by (4) DREAM WORD who showed plenty of promise for the immediate future when beaten half a length into third on debut at Evreux last month and in doing so was

just ahead of today's rivals. He should come on for that. (1) SEBECOURT is less obvious but also of interest. (9) MIRANDO and (10) NORWEGIAN KING can go well too.

Selections

(4) DREAM WORD - (1) SEBECOURT - (9) MIRANDO - (10) NORWEGIAN KING

Race 2

1. GALLIA D'EMRA - Runner up on the last of her three outings and must be a major contender here today

2. FAMOUS LINE - Unplaced on all her five outings to date and not one for the shortlist

3. BAILEYS OPTIMISTE - Out of the money on both outings and surely a rank outsider now too and little hope

4. SAKURA ZENSEN - Third on debut at Saint Cloud and two decent efforts since. Outsider material

5. DANKA - Runner up on debut at La Teste-de-Buch and there will be more to come here perhaps

6. LA VENTROUZE - Dam was a dual winner and Listed placed and both here produce have been successful so far

7. STARSTRUCK - Dam was unplaced maiden and first foal has yet to score so left out of calculations

8. EX NIHILO NIHILFIT - Mother was a winner in Hungary but this is her first foal and will be best watched

9. SUMMER BILBERRY - Dam was unraced but has produced the ultra smart Summerland already and must be looked at

10. ECHOES IN RAIN - Mother was a very good jumper and this will be her first foal so best watched with future in mind

Summary

A maiden race for the two year old fillies this time and perhaps (1) GALLIA D'EMRA might come out on top following an improved effort on third outing when runner up at Le Croise-Laroche earlier this month. She is steadily getting better with each start. (5) DANKA went well on debut and will be winning soon. (6) LA VENTROUZE and (7) STARSTRUCK can hit the frame.

Selections

(1) GALLIA D'EMRA - (5) DANKA - (6) LA VENTROUZE - (7) STARSTRUCK

Race 3

1. DA LAT - One win from thirteen and generally consistent up to latest effort so best forgive that

2. IRISH STORM - A dual winner from seventeen and can be normally relied upon to run a good race

3. EAU DU LARGE - Remains a maiden after twenty one runs and surely not one to be considered here either

4. CORVILLE - Has been placed a few times in fourteen runs and form regressing if anything now

5. OKMAN DES MOTTES - Very little form in ten outings and surely one to be left out of calculations once more

6. WISHFUL THINKING - A dual winner from twenty nine runs and arrives here in grand form for this attempt

7. VISION REBELLE - Off the mark on the last of her thirteen runs which came at Cholet so all things possible now

8. SUR MA VIE - Just the four runs which all came this season and won on debut. Unexposed still

9. BE FREE - One win from twenty six but has placed on several other occasions. Might run well

10. LONGROY - Still a maiden after eighteen runs but has gone close in the past and might do it some day

11. MONSIEUR BANDIDO - Just the one outing from twenty one and perhaps one to miss out on here

Summary

This first handicap of the day looks booked for (6) WISHFUL THINKING who comes into this on the back of two lovely efforts which were a second at Maisons-Laffitte last time which was preceded by a victory at Clairefontaine-Deauville. That form looks rock solid. (1) DA LAT can bounce back from last time to run well. (2) IRISH STORM and (9) BE FREE might place.

Selections

(6) WISHFUL THINKING - (1) DA LAT - (2) IRISH STORM - (9) BE FREE

Race 4

1. MISS CHARLOTTE - Four time victor from thirty three and runner up in two from last three

2. EVALYA SENORA - Still a maiden after twenty two runs and should at least run well here or run out of excuses

3. MIDNIGHT EXPRESS - Better run last time but just the one success from nineteen and slipping down the ratings

4. KAZAK D'AUMONE - Placed just the once in a dozen outings and one to be avoided now it seems

5. LA PLAYA - Remains a maiden after twenty nine outings and starting to become frustrating

6. SUNDERIA - Still winless after twenty two and seemingly going backwards if anything

7. DISCO FLASH - Thrice a winner from forty two but struggling for form right now and not fancied

8. SILVER POKER - Only one win from thirty nine and hopelessly out of sorts at the moment

9. QUENTOR - Unplaced on all eight starts and very easy to look elsewhere again today

10. CROCY - Has finished third in three of his seen outings and will do well to achieve that status here

11. BITTERSWEAT - Runner up on the last of her thirteen runs which came in a minor event but at least that was better

Summary

To be absolutely fair to the connections of all of these horses, it is very difficult to be in any way enthusiastic about the quality that is on offer. However that will not stop someone from winning so punters may latch on to (3) MIDNIGHT EXPRESS in the hope that this one can build on a promising run last time. (1) MISS CHARLOTTE and (2) EVALYA SENORA might stay going long enough to place in front of (5) LA PLAYA.

Selections

(3) MIDNIGHT EXPRESS - (1) MISS CHARLOTTE - (2) EVALYA SENORA - (5) LA PLAYA

Race 5

1. BABY JANE - Remains a maiden after twenty two and bravery needed to back here today

2. CHEF OUI CHEF - Seven time winner from ninety seven and will always give of it's best

3. FIRST MENANTIE - Fair strike rate with eights wins from fifty six but difficult to predict at times

4. MINIKING - Four time winner from twenty five including two of last four so can go well

5. ACHILLE DES AIGLES - One win from twenty one but one feels there is a good run awaiting here

6. VITAL ENERGY - Placed in six of his eleven runs and could well rock up here to break duck

7. GLICOURT - Four time winner from thirty seven but struggling somewhat for form and avoided

8. SIRMA TRAOU LAND - Half a dozen wins from forty five and could go well at some sort of price

9. DUB STEPS - Just the one success from thirty one and needs to find something from somewhere

10. ANKORUNE - Only one win from eighteen. Out of form and cannot be fancied for this

11. CRUEL SUMMER - Half a dozen victories from sixty. Fourth on last two occasions so might get close

12. COLOR CODE - Half a dozen wins from over one hundred starts and not to be discounted lightly

13. STARK DANON - Six wins from sixty eight and a better third at Le Croise-Laroche last time on second run of season

Summary

This looks a grand opportunity for (6) VITAL ENERGY to break his maiden status on his twelfth start and he rates a fair bet against some mediocre opposition. He has signalled his intentions more than once before but can get it spot on today. (11) CRUEL SUMMER must have a bit of a say. (5) ACHILLE DES AIGLES and (2) CHEF OUI CHEF have frame claims also.

Selections

(6) VITAL ENERGY - (11) CRUEL SUMMER - (5) ACHILLE DES AIGLES - (2) CHEF OUI CHEF

Race 6

1. AD LIMINA - One claiming win from a total of ten starts and came fourth last time out

2. DAVANTI SAN GUIDO - Still a maiden after ten and poor on all three starts this season so all to prove

3. MACFLY D'YCY - One win from five runs and must do better than last outing though to have any hope

4. MR SNOWMAN - Well beaten thirteenth on debut at Saint-Cloud and must do a whole lot better

5. THAT'S THE WONDER - Unplaced on all four claiming runs and surely a complete outsider again

6. ROUTE DES AIGLES - Unplaced on all five runs and will need to show substantial improvement

7. QATAR EVER - Won on debut last year and not disgraced in six subsequent outings since then

8. GAME NIGHT - Improved effort on fifth start at La Roche-sur-Yon when runner up last time

9. ATACAMA GIANT - Unplaced on both outings and very difficult to build a strong case for here either

10. SICAIRE - Unplaced on all three outings and record getting worse if anything overall

11. AVA NAGUILA - Disqualified on her debut at Le Touquet and basically best left alone here

12. MAJOR'SALSA - Still a maiden after eight runs but has shown promise and is counted in here for sure

Summary

The one down at the very bottom of the card is the one to be on here and with some confidence in a claiming event that is very winnable. (12) MAJOR'SALSA looks clear on form following a run of good placed efforts lately and should justify favouritism. (7) QATAR EVER and (1) AD LIMINA will also attract support and they can come home in front of (8) GAME NIGHT.

Selections

(12) MAJOR'SALSA - (7) QATAR EVER - (1) AD LIMINA - (8) GAME NIGHT

Race 7

1. FIFTY BALL - Finished fourth on first two runs and despite a seventh last time is still regarded here

2. FRANC BON - Came in fifth on debut and then a much better runner up at Chateaubriant next time

3. FUNKY TOWN - Third on debut at Moulins and then only eighth at Fontainebleau but that was a hot contest

4. FEE DES CHAMPS - Fourth on debut at Sable-sur-Sarthe but must come on from that experience

5. FIX SUN - Mother was a dual winner but only foal to race has not followed suit. Best watched

6. FORCEUR DE VIF - Dam won twice and two of her three foals to race have also been successful

7. FRIPONNE DE BELAIR - Dam was a maiden but one of her two foals has gone on to success. Maybe one for the future rather than today

8. FLAKZANE - Dam was unraced and this is her first produce to hit the track so a watching brief advised

9. FADYSIE - Mother won four times and one of her five foals has also got off the mark

Summary

This flat race for jumping three year old's hardly possesses any future stars for the future judged on those that have already run and on the pedigree of the newcomers. That said, (2) FRANC BON is worth a bet after at least showing improved form for debut when finishing runner up at Chateaubriant last time and should go one better today. (1) FIFTY BALL and (3) FUNKY TOWN should have more to offer. (6) FORCEUR DE VIF may be the best of the first time starters.

Selections

(2) FRANC BON - (1) FIFTY BALL - (3) FUNKY TOWN - (6) FORCEUR DE VIF

Race 8

1. ESPOIR D'ALLIER - Four time winner from thirteen including three of last four and could hardly be in better form

2. ESPOIR DE GAGNER - Placed in five of his eight runs and could well do so again today against strong opponents

3. EASTER BOY - Hit the frame in five of his eight outings and will do well to achieve that here

4. ELFIR DES HAIES - Off the mark on the last of his four runs which came at Pornichet so on the improve

5. ELVIRA - Won her first two runs and then fifth next twice including in a Grade One bumper last time. Big player

6. EVA CONTI - Has had four outings and placed in latest three of those. Work to do here nonetheless

Summary

There is a big clash here between the winning machine of late, (1) ESPOIR D'ALLIER, and the very talented (5) ELVIRA, who is two from four and was fifth in the grade One bumper at ParisLongchamp last time. Strong preference however is for (1) ESPOIR D'ALLIER as that one is improving rapidly having taken three of his last four. (2) ESPOIR DE GAGNER and (6) EVA CONTI have their work cut out to beat those principals.

Selections

(1) ESPOIR D'ALLIER - (5) ELVIRA - (2) ESPOIR DE GAGNER - (6) EVA CONTI

LAVAL - 28th SeptemberTrainer of the day : Grégory Thorel (616, 602, 702)

Jockey of the day : Anthony Barrier (114, 213, 616, 702)

Horse of the day : Festif (506)

Dark Horse : Fée Suzanne (706)

Race 1

1. BIG BOSS JO - Scored twice in 2017. Makes second appearance since being absent for seven months

2. CEASAR SISU - Latest win came at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat in December 2017. Fourth of 14 - behind runner-up (10) BEPPE AM - at Amiens last week

3. ART D'ERABLE - Four wins this year in ridden races. Runner-up of 14 also under the saddle at Vincennes on September 10

4. CROIX DU BUISSON - First win since 2016 when obliging at Enghien in July. Third of 18 at Rambouillet on September 16

5. TESAURO - Placed three times this campaign before scoring at Bernay on August 28. Disqualified early on at Amiens next time

6. BOLERO DU LEVANT - Three wins this year (one in harness) all when unshod front. Unplaced at Chateaubriant latest with all shoes on

7. AURA NORMANDE - Won three times in the first four months of 2017. Runner-up twice this summer but well beaten here 10 days ago when barefoot

8. ROMI MMS - Posted a good time when fourth here in May. Runner-up in a Quinte at Enghien in June. Weakened in the straight at Cagnes-sur-Mer latest

9. BENOIT ROYAL - Course winner in March and added to spoils at Pornichet-La Baule at the end of July

10. BEPPE AM - Successful twice last winter. Runner-up of 14 at Amiens last week on first run since March

11. ARCHIBALD - Victorious at Graignes in May and at Nantes in June. Third of 17 at Cherbourg on September 2

12. CHALIMAR DE GUEZ - All best form has come under the saddle. Second race back from a six-month break

13. AGI DE CRENNES - Two wins last year and third twice in February. Second run back from four months off

14. COBRA AR CARAC - Four wins and three seconds between March and early

June. Second race back from a two-month break

15. BARON DU BOURG - Runner-up at Vincennes in June and at Lignieres in August. Disqualifed last twice

16. ANDIAMO DE MONCHEL - Registered third win of the year at Vichy in June. Down the field in a Quinte next time

Summary

The Vincent Gouin-trained (14) COBRA AR CARAC was in great form in the spring and on his second run back from a break can make an impact in the opener. The main rival could be (5) TESAURO who won at Bernay at the end of last month before breaking stride early on at Amiens last time. Course-winner (9) BENOIT ROYAL comes next along with (8) ROMI MMS who put up a good time here when fourth in May.

Selections

(14) COBRA AR CARAC - (5) TESAURO - (9) BENOIT ROYAL - (8) ROMI MMS - (2) CEASAR SISU

Race 2

1. DESIR DE CRENNES - In-and-out performer who won at Alencon in May. Runner-up of 15 at Les Andelys last week

2. DANSE AVEC MOI - Two wins last year and runner-up three times this term - including in last two outings

3. DEFI DE MEMARTIN - Hasn't win since 2016 and out of sorts since runner-up at Fougeres in mid-June

4. DIEGO FORTUNA - Placed seven times since opening account in January 2017. Last seen in early March

5. DOLLAR DU PLAIN - Three wins in a row in April/May. Runner-up at Pornichet-La Baule on August 7. Fourth of 16 at Les Sables-d'Olonne two weeks later

6. DOLLY DE LA LYS - Course winner in March and at Cabourg in July when barefoot. Fully shod this time

7. DESTIN GEDE - A win and two places last winter. Second race back from a seven-month break

8. DIVINE DU SUD - Runner-up four times - twice this year - but still to win after 37 starts

9. DREAM ZAERI - In the placings three times from 11 outings this year. Couldn't recover from a poor start latest

10. DIVA DU VERGER - Registered second career win at Enghien in July last year. Not on the podium since

11. DIAMANT NONANTAIS - Successful twice last autumn. Fourth of 14 at Ploermel earlier this month. First run for new trainer

12. DJINA DE PILLIERE - Hasn't visited the podium since winning at Enghien in February 2017. Last of 15 at Savenay on September 23

13. DANIKA DES CAVES - Second of 15 at Les Sables-d'Olonne on September 13 when barefoot. Shoes remain off here

14. DAMMANN SEVEN - Three wins between March and May in 2017. Second race back from 10 months off

Summary

(5) DOLLAR DU PLAIN - who notched-up a hattrick earlier in the year - is back in good nick and can play a major role in an interesting heat. A case can also be made for (2) DANSE AVEC MOI who has been runner-up in her two latest outings. The erratic (1) DESIR DE CRENNES could secure some prize money at

his best while (13) DANIKA DES CAVES remains unshod after finishing runner-up at Les Sables-d'Olonne last time.

Selections

(5) DOLLAR DU PLAIN - (2) DANSE AVEC MOI - (1) DESIR DE CRENNES - (13) DANIKA DES CAVES

Race 3

1. ECLAIR D'ABLON - Runner-up twice in July before breaking duck at Amiens last time out on September 3

2. ENJOUE JENILOU - Damien Bonne has found the key to this one since taking over. After scoring at Les Sables-d'Olonne he was only beaten by a horse receiving 25m latest

3. EXCELLENTISSIME - A win and three places from eight appearances. Fast-finishing fifth latest but subsequently disqualificed for encoachment

4. ECATE - Second at Nantes in May and third at Le Mont-Saint-Michel in July but disqualified in four of last five. Debut for new trainer

5. EXO D'EPUISAY - Runner-up at Nort-sur-Erdre in May and at this track in an 18-runner contest 10 days ago

6. EVEMAX DES ISLES - Won a ridden race in March and a harness claimer in August. Trainer took this race last year

7. ESTEBAN POTERIE - Only career win came at Bihorel-les-Rouen in 2016. Fourth of 15 at Cherbourg on September 2

8. ELSA BARBES - A victory and three thirds from her last four outings. A major player here

9. EAGLE TO GIS - Course winner in June and added to spoils at La Roche-Posay earlier this month

10. ELLA DE ZIETTE - Doubled career tally at Jullouville-les-Pins in April. First run since May

11. ENLADO - Lost maiden tag at 22nd attempt at Le Pertre in a class F on September 15

12. EOWYN DE NEEL - Off the mark at the 24th attempt at Carentan last month. Disqualified in a ridden race at Ecommoy latest

13. EOLIEN DE CHENU - Runner-up twice this year but remains a 17-race maiden. Fourth of 15 at Rouen-Mauquenchy on September 16

14. ESTOY AQUI - Placed four times so far this campaign and fourth in both of latest two races

15. EXTREME DESBOIS - Successful at Villereal in July and at Beaumont-de-Lomagne last time out - but prone to disqualification

16. ELVIRA SAUTONNE - Placed twice since winning at Guer-Coetquidan in mid-July. Including latest when third of 13 at Chateaubriant

Summary

(2) ENJOUE JENILOU has been a revelation in his last two races and starting from scratch this time Damien Bonne's charge can add to his tally. (8) ELSA BARBES is also on a good streak and rates as the biggest danger. On a going day (15) EXTREME DESBOIS would also come right into the equation. (3) EXCELLENTISSIME is next best.

Selections

(2) ENJOUE JENILOU - (8) ELSA BARBES - (15) EXTREME DESBOIS - (3) EXCELLENTISSIME - (9) EAGLE TO GIS

Race 4

1. CORALIE DU SOIR - Only wins date back to 2015. Disqualified in five of six races this term

2. CELLIOTT MORILLON - Four wins last year. Runner-up at Avranches on second run last nonth. To the rear at Agon-Coutainville latest on August 19

3. CIALOTTA - All five wins gained in 2016. Disqualified in three of last four appearances

4. CYR DE COURTISON - Latest successes came in 2016. Placed twice in August but regularly loses rhythm

5. CAYMAN - Obliged at Mansle in August. Fast-finshing sixth of 15 at Vichy latest

6. CYGNUS DU GUELIER - Doubled career score at Cherbourg in February. Disqualified last three outings

7. CESARIO - Victorious at Amiens last backend. Sixth of 16 at Nancy on September 16

8. CLEMATITE - Obliged at Pornichet-La Baule in July. Faded after leading at Vire latest

9. CESAR MADJI - Successful at Chartres in May and at Francheville in July. Starts from 25m line

10. COQ DE L'INAM - Registered second win of 2018 at Vichy last month. Fifth of 17 to (16) CARABIN D'URZY on September 16

11. CANNELLE DES PRES - Runner-up - for the second time this year - at Ecommoy on September 16 in race won by (16) CARABIN D'URZY

12. CATHY DU MARIN - Scored at Portbail in August and at Landivisiau on September 2. 11th of 17 to (16) CARABIN D'URZY at Ecommoy latest

13. CYRANO VICI - 10 wins ans nine places from 28 outings. Fourth of 17 to (15) CHANELLE DU PERCHE at Rouen-Mauquenchy on September 16

14. CAGNARD DE BETTON - Victorious at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gavre on September 16. Fifth of 17 at Le Mont-Saint-Michel a week last Sunday

15. CHANELLE DU PERCHE - Opened 2018 account at Meslay-du-Maine last month and added to score at Rouen-Mauquenchy last time out

16. CARABIN D'URZY - Victorious at Divonne-les-Bains last month and at Ecommoy on September 16 beating three who go again

Summary

The race at Ecommoy on September 16 may be the best form guide for this apprentice contest. (16) CARABIN D'URZY came out on top that day with (11) CANNELLE DES PRES in second while (10) COQ DE L'INAM was back in fifth. The first two are likely to fight it out for the major money with (5) CAYMAN - who finished fast at Vichy last week - capable of taking the third step on the podium.

Selections

(16) CARABIN D'URZY - (11) CANNELLE DES PRES - (5) CAYMAN - (10) COQ DE L'INAM - (15) CHANELLE DU PERCHE

Race 5

1. FAYA D'OCCAGNES - Debut for filly by Bellouet out of Odyssee du Boscail. Qualified at Grosbois

2. FILOU LA BINOLAIS - Debut for gelding by Kapitano out of Tinga la Binolais. Qualified at Le Mans

3. FALLBACK - No great shakes in four races so far. Tailed-off here when last seen in May

4. FLORE D'ARIANE - Yet to make the frame in five races. Sixth of 16 at this track on September 9

5. FAR WEST TUILERIE - Showed a bit of promise when challenging for fourth place after recovering from a fault at Pornichet-La Baule on second outing

6. FESTIF - Qualified in a good time and sent off favourite at Caen on debut. Finished third that day but won't be a maiden for long

7. FILLE SYMPA - First time on the podium when third of 14 - behind second-placed (15) FRANCE DU CLOS - at Cherbourg on September 16

8. FILOU DE BEZ - Improved on previous form when second of 12 at Villedieu-les-Poeles on September 9

9. FIDJI DU CHERISAY - Third at Arras in May but hasn't visited the podium again since. Sixth of 13 at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gavre on September 16

10. FILLE DE REVE - Not on the podium since second on debut 13 months ago and disqualified on a regular basis

11. FASTNET DU HUTREL - Fourth on four occasions but still to make the podium after eight attempts

12. FIDELOPOSTE - Several respectable efforts highlighted by a third at Josselin in mid-August

13. FLASH LOVE - Only placing to date from 10 races when runner-up at Granville on August 26

14. FUGUEUR HIBE - Won on debut at Plesse in July but disqualified in both subsequent runs

15. FRANCE DU CLOS - Best placing so far when runner-up of 14 at Cherbourg on September 16 ((7) FILLE SYMPA third)

16. FIDJI DES CROUAS - Placed in two of four races to date. Good chance of making the podium again

Summary

(6) FESTIF was sent off favourite at Caen on debut - after catching the eye in qualification - before finishing third. He should have benefitted from that experience and can score this time. (16) FIDJI DES CROUAS has been placed twice from four races and can enhance that record while Plesse-winner (14) FUGUEUR HIBE could play a part if keeping stride.

Selections

(6) FESTIF - (16) FIDJI DES CROUAS - (14) FUGUEUR HIBE - (15) FRANCE DU CLOS - (7) FILLE SYMPA

Race 6

1. FEELING D'HERMES - Debut for gelding by Up And Quick out of Querida d'Hermes. Qualified with aplomb at Le Mans

2. FIDJI SOYER - Broke stride in the early stages on debut but recovered to show a measure of talent. Stable also runs (16) FABULEUSE FLIGNY

3. FOR EVER FAIR - Has finished no better than sixth place in four racecourse appearances to date

4. FAKIR DE LIGNIERES - Well beaten in all six races so far. Seventh of 12 at Graignes when last seen on August 18

5. FAKIR GASCON - Best finishing positon to date when fourth of 14 at Pornichet-La Baule last time out in July

6. FAHRENHEIT BOND - First placing when third at Les Sables-d'Olonne last month. Sixth of 15 at Tours next time

7. FOLLOW VET - Third at this venue on debut 12 months ago. Has been running in ridden races lately

8. FORGEAS DU GITE - Fourth twice but yet to make the podium after 13 appearances. Fifth of 15 at Tours latest

9. FILOU DU CAIEU - Sole placing from seven races when runner-up of 14 at Les Sables-d'Olonne at the end of August

10. FOU DE TOI FORGAN - Third at La Roche-Posay at the beginning of June. Fifth of 15 at Cherbourg latest

11. FUCUS DU GRENIER - Runner-up at Rambouillet in July. Disqualified in four of six races since

12. FALISKA - Second at Pornichet-La Baule on August 7. Third of 14 at Durtal three weeks later

13. FAUST LUDOIS - Not on the podium since finishing second at Savigny-sur-Braye on debut in June

14. FERVENT WELL - Runner-up at Bernay on second outing in July. Fourth of 13 at Blain-Bouvron-Le Gavre on September 16

15. FANGIO DE CREPIN - Hasn't bult on debut win at Lucon in July. Disqualified in two of three runs since

16. FABULEUSE FLIGNY - Victorious at Les Sables-d'Olonne in July. Just in under the earnings limit for this race

Summary

Gregory Thorel is double-handed here with (16) FABULEUSE FLIGNY and (2) FIDJI SOYER and may land the forecast. The former - who just gets in under the earnings ceiling for this contest - is fancied to come out on top while the latter should have learnt from her experience on debut. (1) FEELING D'HERMES showed enough in qualification to merit respect first time up.

Selections

(16) FABULEUSE FLIGNY - (2) FIDJI SOYER - (1) FEELING D'HERMES - (12) FALISKA - (5) FAKIR GASCON

Race 7

1. FACETIA FAC - Debut for filly by Kepler out of Sa Majeste d'Amour. Qualified at Meslay-du-Maine

2. FESTIVAL JENILOU - Debut for colt by Rockfeller Center out of Melodie Jenilou. Qualified in a good time at Grosbois

3. FLASH DE CIGNE - Debut for gelding by Redlight Jet out of Jaiglona de Cigne. Qualified at Cordemais

4. FRO - Debut for gelding by Gazouillis out of Rescousse. Qualified at Meslay-du-Maine

5. FALCO DES GROLOU - A 36/1-chance when pulling up in harness on debut at Cherbourg recently. Takes on first ridden race here

6. FEE SUZANNE - No show in two harness races. Full sister to the very useful Anna Mix so worth a look in first ridden race

7. FERTOIS DE BEAUM - Third of 19 at Caen on September 3 but disqualified either side of that

8. FRISSON D'ANGELY - Twice third from five appearances in harness. Makes ridden debut this time

9. FIDJI DU GRENY - Has finished midfield to rear in all three outings under the saddle to date

10. FRICKMAHCATH - Runner-up at Sable-sur-Sarthe in May. Second race back from four months off

11. FLEUR DE SUBLIGNY - Third at Pornichet-La Baule at the start of August. 10th of 18 at Cabourg last time

12. FACILE EN AFFAIRES - Runner-up at Alecon on Septemebr 2. Midfield in harness at Rambouillet a fortnight later

13. FREQUENCE CEHERE - Placed in harness in February and March. Ridden debut on third run back from a four-month break

14. FORTUNE DE SOCERY - Some respectable efforts - but only one placing - from 12 harness races. Ridden debut

15. FANCY JET - Harness winner at Le Mont-Saint-Michel in April. Disqualified in first ridden race in July

16. FICUS D'ANJOU - Runner-up on debut in January. Not on the podium in nine subsequent outings

17. FIOVIE DE GUEGUE - Third at Vincennes in March. Second race since returning from four months off

18. FUEGO VERDERIE - Opened account at Segre in July but has been

disqualified more often than not

Summary

The only ridden race on the card could go to newcomer (2) FESTIVAL JENILOU who is out of the good mare Melodie Jenilou and showed good speed in qualification. (15) FANCY JET - who won in harness at Le Mont-Saint-Michel in April - has a second attempt under the saddle while (7) FERTOIS DE BEAUM has been placed in this discipline albeit sandwiched in between two disqualifications.

Selections

(2) FESTIVAL JENILOU - (15) FANCY JET - (7) FERTOIS DE BEAUM - (17) FIOVIE DE GUEGUE - (4) FRO

Race 8

1. GALILEO BELLO - First appearance for colt by Aladin d'Ecajeul out of Aura des Jacquets

2. GENTLEMAN DE PUCH - Debut for colt by Un Amour d'Haufor out of Pussy Jiel. Qualified in a good time at Caen

3. GIANT CASH - Debut for colt by Ready Cash out of Richlyly. Qualified at Caen and well bred

4. GIPSY DU POMMEREUX - First run for filly by Coktail Jet out of Ambree Majyc. Qualified at Caen

5. GLORIA DU GERY - Debut for filly by Kuadro Wild out of Rosy Du Corta. Qualified at Laval

6. GO WINNER - Debut for colt by Royal Dream out of Quille Viretaute. Qualified in style at Le Mans. Half brother to G1 winner Booster Winner

7. GREFFIERS FLINOIS - Debut for colt by Olblak du Bocage out of Tasunka Taini. Qualified at Caen

8. GALLIANO BELLO - Reportedly has some talent but bare form figures show five disqualifications from five races

9. GATONIC - Lost all chance with an early fault when 110/1 on debut at Cabourg on September 17

10. GAYA DU LORAULT - Last of seven finishers on debut at Bernay at the end of August. Broke stride at the start at Cabourg last week

11. GELA JOSSELYN - Sixth of nine on debut at Bernay. Broke stride at Moulins-la-Marche next time

12. GEORGE WASHINGTON - Beaten favourite on debut and going well when disqualified at Chateaubriant next time

13. GRETA DAIRPET - Sixth of 14 on first racecourse appearance at Cabourg last week when a 29/1-shot

14. GIPSA TONIC - Sent off at 72/1 when seventh of eight finishers at Vincennes first time up on September 14

Summary

With half the field racing for the first time and the other half apparently not much cop - on the evidence so far - the debutants could be set to dominate the get-out stakes. (6) GO WINNER is not only an apt chant but has the credentials to succeed being well-bred and having recorded a fast time in qualification. However the same can be said about (3) GIANT CASH - by Ready Cash out of

Richlyly - while Franck Anne's runner (2) GENTLEMAN DE PUCH commands respect. The market may be the best guide.

Selections

(6) GO WINNER - (3) GIANT CASH - (2) GENTLEMAN DE PUCH - (12) GEORGE WASHINGTON