VINCENNES - 25th November

Trainer of the day : Jean-Michel Bazire (109, 111, 704)

Jockey of the day : Eric Raffin (307, 411, 510, 815)

Horse of the day : Callijo Delbi (510)

Dark Horse : Gentille Hollandia (206)

Race 1

1. NOBLE DOLLY - Quality mare with decent references at this level but better unshod and would prefer a mobile start. Another time

2. DJANGO DU BOCAGE - Extremely capable but never far from losing his action. Winner of only start with Lebourgeois at the helm and if behaved can put on a good show

3. RAJESH FACE - Decent Swedish sort that has been showing his form in good company at home. Has never excelled here but in present condition is hard to ignore

4. DERBY DU DOLLAR - Consistent type with decent main track credentials. Gave a good account on comeback at Argentan and with shoes off this time is not to be underestimated

5. DISCO DES MOLANDS - Fine trotter but has never shown any aptitude for the harness code. Here for a change of scenery and no threat

6. DOLLAR SOYER - Mixes the good with the less good but imposed over course and distance earlier in the month and will have his chances

7. DIVINE MESLOISE - Faithful mare for the most part and has a good record under these conditions. Sixth last time despite an early fault and with stride in check can get a look in

8. DIEGO SAUTONNE - Took some time to come to hand this term but went close in last two and latterly behind Dayana Berry who has since confirmed and can again get in on the action

9. DEFI DE RETZ - Not the easiest to handle but seldom disappoints when unshod and focused. Clearly at the top of his game and with application can confirm his recent success

10. DIABLO DU NOYER - Previously one of the best of his generation before enduring some soundness issues. Back on track and going barefoot with Eric Raffin in charge should not be far off the mark

11. DREAMBREAKER - Excellent servant that has won three times at a superior

level under these conditions. Barefoot for first time this term and can impose

12. DAIDA DE VANDEL - Fine mare in the ridden code. Has not been seen out since the summer and can be passed over

13. GENERAAL BIANCO - Classy Eurotrotter that has shown very good aptitude for Vincennes conditions. Seldom seen over so long but goes well for Nivard and benefits from an excellent entry. Place chance

Summary

(9) DEFI DE RETZ regularly displays a lack of discipline but when applied and unshod is very hard to oppose. He is a leading contender here but will be taking on his talented stablemate (11) DREAMBREAKER who races barefoot for the first time this season. (8) DIEGO SAUTONNE was just headed under these conditions last time out and in similar condition can again go close. The in-form (13) GENERAAL BIANCO thrives at Vincennes and is unlikely to go home empty-handed.

Selections

(9) DEFI DE RETZ - (11) DREAMBREAKER - (8) DIEGO SAUTONNE - (13)

GENERAAL BIANCO - (6) DOLLAR SOYER - (3) RAJESH FACE - (2) DJANGO DU BOCAGE - (7) DIVINE MESLOISE

Race 2

1. GAVOTTE COQUERIE - No slouch on a good day but has so far looked better going clockwise. Lebourgeois in the sulky this time though and should not be overlooked

2. GLOIRE DE BOUTEAU - Has made her mark just once in 18 races and has no realistic chance

3. GIRL DE GUYSEJ - Tricky type but as solid as a rock in last two. Steps up in class but still looks to have a lot to offer

4. GRENADE DE VALNY - Still chasing that elusive first win after 14 starts and even though having encouraged at Lisieux last time still looks to have her work cut out

5. GITANE DU BOIS - Impressed in two of three earlier in the year. Found wanting on comeback but will have come on for the run and can get a look in

6. GENTILLE HOLLANDIA - Has begun to come good following a tricky start to her career. Debuts at the venue but can play a role if she takes to Vincennes conditions

7. GAGNANTE MESLOISE - Complicated but has considerable talent and can have her way if she stays in stride over the entire 2700m

8. GALEJADE RAUDIERE - Blows hot and cold but reassured at Graignes last week. Steps up in category though and others easier to back

9. GARDE MOI HAUFOR - Impressive in both starts during the spring before being sent for a break. Has one race in her since and if fully fit can make a big splash

10. GALIE DE CELINIERE - Useful sort that is confirmed at this level. Pleased at Nantes earlier in the month and will have her supporters

11. GRINCHEUSE - 13 races and yet to get off the mark. Encouraged at Vire a fortnight ago but still no more than a minor place chance

12. GIRL HAUFOR - Delicate but otherwise very effective. Has no references on a hard surface but still worth retaining

13. GRAVITY ABSOLUTE - Just one victory in six starts but has ample ability. Left a good impression at Vire and can figure more prominently this time around

14. GRACE DU DIGEON - Can prove a handful but has evident talent and is clearly in form. With application can go far

15. GABES - Moderate filly that has done nothing of note for past six months and can be passed over

Summary

Sanctioned more often than not she may have been but (7) GAGNANTE MESLOISE has bags of ability and with application can easily win a race of this nature. (9) GARDE MOI HAUFOR has shown she is no slouch either and will have come on for her recent re-entry run. (14) GRACE DU DIGEON has won the last two races she has finished and hails from a stable in excellent form. (13) GRAVITY ABSOLUTE caught the eye last time despite finishing unplaced and is expected to show marked improvement.

Selections

(7) GAGNANTE MESLOISE - (9) GARDE MOI HAUFOR - (14) GRACE DU

DIGEON - (13) GRAVITY ABSOLUTE

Race 3

1. FIDJI DE GENNES - Can trot but not the most reliable and in this company will have nothing to offer

2. FEERIE DES VENTES - Produced a brace of good efforts early September but has since come off the boil and must reaffirm

3. FEE SUZANNE - Can prove a handful but has bags of talent and is proven over course and distance. Has two races under her belt and going barefoot could yet spoil the party

4. FOLIE MIX - Secured her lone victory under these conditions. Has just one race in her but if fully fit and applied can get in on the action

5. FALBALA D'EM - Capable on a good day but has never delivered at Vincennes and will have few friends

6. FALLING STARS - Unplaced in both starts under the saddle but it is only a matter of time before she makes her presence felt. One to note

7. FRESH NEWS - Good class of filly making first start in the discipline and with a leading jockey on board looks a player

8. FILOSOPHIE - Serious sort returning to the specialty after a brace of modest efforts under harness and looks the principal threat to (11) FURIE D'AUTHISE

9. FARELLE DES DOUITS - Not the most attractive formsheet here but has a good record under these conditions and if at peak fitness and behaved can get a look in

10. FLYCOERE FOLLE - Faithful servant for the most part in this branch of the business. Showed her form last week and makes her main track debut with justified ambition

11. FURIE D'AUTHISE - Unseen since late July but has bags of ability and pleased on only start over track and trip. First time unshod all four and can impose

Summary

A faithful servant in the specialty and in the frame on her lone appearance in the discipline (11) FURIE D'AUTHISE may not have been seen out for four months but she goes first time barefoot and can get straight down to business. (8) FILOSOPHIE placed in one of just two starts under the saddle but is in her category and can go far. The useful (7) FRESH NEWS debuts in the discipline with Eric Raffin in the irons and should not disappoint. (4) FOLIE MIX is not the easiest to handle but has previously imposed over track and trip and on good behaviour will have her chances.

Selections

(11) FURIE D'AUTHISE - (8) FILOSOPHIE - (7) FRESH NEWS - (4) FOLIE MIX

Race 4

1. FILLE DE LA FERME - 24 races and still chasing that elusive first win. Has merit but still not an obvious choice

2. FELINE DE LA FYE - Regularly displays a lack of discipline but has talent to burn and is proven on the long course. Reassured here last time out and can again figure prominently

3. FLAMME VIVE - Serious filly with a fine win rate. Won smartly on the short track earlier in the month and can repeat

4. FABULEUSE FLIGNY - Sanctioned over the short course earlier in the month but otherwise in form. Yet to excel on the main track though and others preferred

5. FAMOUS STAR - Back in business following a brace of modest performances but prefers a more even surface and unlikely to spring any surprises

6. FAYETTE - Erratic filly that imposed over the short course late last month but has no love for the main track and can be passed over

7. FLEUR DE LARRE - Impressive here earlier in the year but yet to get into her stride this term and latest effort did nothing to reassure

8. FIONA DE BAILLY - Modest filly that seldom makes her presence felt and is not about to change her ways

9. FINE PERLE DU GITE - 29 races and just one win to her name. Second to (13) FRANCE ESPERANCE at Chartres but unable to repeat and can be passed over

10. FINE DE CASTELLE - Handy sort when focused and pleased in one of two over track and trip. Can get a look in if she assures her initial strides

11. FOUDRE DU GOSIER - Solid as a rock since returning to racing barefoot. Already a winner this autumn under these conditions and can apply the pressure on (3) FLAMME VIVE

12. FIRST DES CHARMES - Produced some decent performances during the summer but well beaten in last two and must reaffirm

13. FRANCE ESPERANCE - Imposed at Chartres late September but failed to confirm at Caen. Trounced on lone start over the long course and chances limited

14. FERIA D'ANAMA - Never far from losing her action but boasts a good strike rate over recent months. Has already won over course and distance and can go far

15. FLEUR FATALE - Won under these conditions before being sent for a break. Will be fully fit by now and with application will not be far off the mark

16. FARAH DES CAUX - Handy when applied but better in the claiming division

and others easier to back

Summary

Three times a winner from five starts racing barefoot (3) FLAMME VIVE won easily on the short course here a fortnight ago and looks capable of doubling her money. Similarly effective when unshod all four (11) FOUDRE DU GOSIER imposed under these conditions on her penultimate start and looks the main threat. The delicate (2) FELINE DE LA FYE is not everyone's cup of tea but she showed her form under the saddle earlier in the month and has shoes off this time around. Similarly complicated (15) FLEUR FATALE scored over track and trip during the spring and now at peak fitness will have her chances if applied. (14) FERIA D'ANAMA blows hot and cold but has won three of her last five and must be taken seriously.

Selections

(3) FLAMME VIVE - (11) FOUDRE DU GOSIER - (2) FELINE DE LA FYE - (15)

FLEUR FATALE - (14) FERIA D'ANAMA

Race 5

1. CLASS ACTION - Totally out of the picture under harness since imposing over course and distance nine months ago and can be passed over

2. CRESCENDIS - Fine campaigner with good references on the main track. Hind shoes off for second start back and must be afforded respect

3. BE COOL D'EB - Good servant in both codes but somewhat disappointing in last two under harness and others preferred

4. COUMBA KUKY - Tough mare that will be fully fit by now and is confirmed over course and distance. From a yard in form and the Nivard factor must be taken into account. Place chance

5. BARRIO DE LOU - Has done nothing noteworthy outside of the claiming division for some time and can be ruled out

6. CROIX DU BUISSON - Off the boil for some time but reassured here earlier in the month and looks capable of making the first five this time around

7. BALZAC DU CHATELET - Tends to show more in the ridden code these days and even though in form is unlikely to spring any surprises

8. CAPITAINE FRANCE - Decent dual discipline trotter but tends to go better under the saddle and a minor place chance at best

9. CASTING DE CHENU - Capable on a good day and proven over track and trip but unseen for six months and will need the outing

10. CALLIJO DELBI - Quality element that is very hard to fault these days when unshod all four. Has a good record over track and trip and can have his way

11. COMTESSE DU CLOS - Courageous but is no champion. Encouraged here a fortnight ago and can again make the first five

12. CHARLY DE L'AUNAY - Dynamic this time last year but has raced little this season and no chance on first start back

13. CANULAR - Hardy sort that should be race fit by now. Thrives at this level and under these conditions and will be competitive for the win

14. CRAZY CHARM - By some margin the most consistent horse in the field. Seldom seen over 2700m here but is confirmed and in present form looks a serious player

15. BYRON DU KLAU - Moderate sort that has placed just twice in 12 this year. Just one race under his belt this term and no threat

16. BENOIT ROYAL - Has not got his nose in front for almost nine months but always gives his best and can get a look in

Summary

Winner of three of the last four races he ran when barefoot (10) CALLIJO DELBI boasts an excellent record on the main track and with Eric Raffin in the sulky can impose. He will however be pitted against the tough (13) CANULAR who particularly appreciates 2700m here. (14) CRAZY CHARM is a model of consistency and in present form is hard to ignore. (4) COUMBA KUKY has nothing to prove under these conditions and with Nivard at the helm will be afforded every chance. (6) CROIX DU BUISSON gave a surprisingly good account here two weeks ago and will generate more interest this time around.

Selections

(10) CALLIJO DELBI - (13) CANULAR - (14) CRAZY CHARM - (4) COUMBA

KUKY - (6) CROIX DU BUISSON

Race 6

1. EGEE QUESNOT - Totally lost her way after winning a minor provincial event during the summer and will pose no threat

2. ERBAJO - In the frame in both appearances in the claiming division and latterly behind (13) ESPOIR VENESI. With application should not be too far off the mark

3. EFFERVESCENTE - Modest mare that seldom makes her presence felt. No closer than 5th in four starts here and can be passed over

4. ESCAPADE DU DIGEON - Dependability not her strong suit but can trot. Makes first appearance at this level but could pleasantly surprise

5. ECLAIR DE NICE - Decent trotter when focused and unshod but has struggled with stride issues. Reassured mid month though and with application can make the most of the front line start and go close

6. EPI D'ALBRET - Quality element with good references at a better level. Rarely seen racing lefthanded but has a good entry and looks a player

7. EDEN DU QUENNE - Beat a number of these in an Enghien claimer two months ago but trounced in both since and will have few takers

8. EDELZWIKER - Not entirely without merit but has no love for Vincennes and chances slim in just second race back

9. ECRIN TURGOT - Has previously won in this category but disappointing of late. On the front line though and worth retaining

10. ELARA FRAZEENNE - Not the most dependable but is proven in better company. Disputes her first claimer and can put on a good show

11. ERONN CASTELETS - Previously a good sort but has made the frame just once in last ten and can be passed over

12. EANDEL SMILING - In the frame in two claimers during the spring but subsequently lost his way and no chance on first start back

13. ESPOIR VENESI - Impressive winner under these conditions during the summer. Less sharp in two under harness since but still looks the one to beat

14. ELVIS DES GLENAN - Boasts a good record in the claiming category but presently off the boil and will struggle to leave his mark

15. EPILOBE DE BAILLY - Confirmed at this level but a complete write off since early June and has no realistic chance

16. ENGALA DE LOU - Back at the top of her game following an unproductive summer. Drops down the class ladder and can challenge for the win

Summary

Not the most exalted of affairs this but (13) ESPOIR VENESI imposed under these conditions three months ago and going barefoot again could well repeat. That being said (16) ENGALA DE LOU has made the frame in her last three starts and latterly in good order in an Enghien Class D. The complicated but capable (10) ELARA FRAZEENNE takes a big dip in class and can get back in the game. (5) ECLAIR DE NICE reassured connections at Borely recently and the 25m head-start will do his prospects no disservice. (6) EPI D'ALBRET is seldom seen racing left-handed but is better than most here and can get in on the action.

Selections

(13) ESPOIR VENESI - (16) ENGALA DE LOU - (10) ELARA FRAZEENNE - (5)

ECLAIR DE NICE - (6) EPI D'ALBRET

Race 7

1. HOLLYWOOD NIGHT - Smart filly that has been showing off her ability lately but sanctioned in both going left handed and others preferred

2. HORA BEJI - Has shown very good aptitude for the game and appreciates Vincennes. Never at her ease last time but the mobile start can only work to her advantage. One to watch

3. HISTORY JIEL - Sanctioned as often as not but has buckets of ability. Third to (4) HATHA JOSSELYN last time but has a good spot behind the car and can go closer

4. HATHA JOSSELYN - Still immature but has bags of ability and has imposed over the inner track. Can win this if she gets off on the right foot

5. HUSSARDE - Qualified respectably before giving an encouraging account on debut. Lebourgeois in the wagon this time but others still preferred

6. HOTESSE DARLING - Faithful servant that got off the mark two weeks ago. Untried at the venue but will have a lot to offer if she takes to the Vincennes profile

7. HARLEY DES MOLLES - Made a promising debut before faulting next time. Must not be harshly judged and can be backed with confidence

8. HERITIERE DU GANEP - Sanctioned on debut but reassured at Nancy next time. Steps up in class and the draw does her no favours

9. HELENA BAROSSO - Qualified well but sanctioned in both public appearances. Can play an important role though if she assures her initial strides

10. HAVE A NICE DAY - Modest in qualification before faulting on debut at Cordemais a fortnight ago. Disregard

Summary

A small field of green fillies this but it does not lack class. JMB sends out his progressive (4) HATHA JOSSELYN who won smartly here earlier in the month before completely missing the break next time, however the mobile start should be just what the doctor ordered. (3) HISTORY JIEL trotted a good third to her last time out and with application can again apply the pressure. The more faithful (6) HOTESSE DARLING opened her account at Borely a fortnight ago and looks a player on her Vincennes debut. (9) HELENA BAROSSO has yet to make good on the promise she showed in qualification but will have her chances if she gets off on the right foot.

Selections

(4) HATHA JOSSELYN - (3) HISTORY JIEL - (6) HOTESSE DARLING - (9) HELENA BAROSSO

Race 8

1. ELECTRO CADENCE - Not entirely without merit but sanctioned in both over track and trip and will have few takers

2. ENJOUE JENILOU - Showed early promise in the specialty but out of the picture in last five and can be ruled out

3. EVINO DE HOUELLE - Moderate type with decent references here but off the boil for some time and no threat

4. ENERGUMENE - Has done nothing of note since imposing in the provinces during the summer and can be passed over

5. EMILIANO BELLO - Very hard to knock when applied. Runner up to (11) ECUREUIL PHIL at Caen and must be respected

6. EXPRESS DUO - Mixes the good with the less good but finished fourth in race of reference and with application can again finish in the mix

7. EMIR DE CHENU - Solid as a rock in three of last four but sanctioned in both starts under these conditions and others easier to support

8. ENJOY DREAM - Not devoid of ability but sanctioned in seven of last eight and will not be easy to back

9. ET MAINTENANT - Has made the frame just once this year and current form does little to inspire confidence

10. EVRESTO - Has taken particularly well to his new vocation. Trounced many of these earlier in the month and can do so again

11. ECUREUIL PHIL - Twice a winner here and imposed at Caen two weeks ago. In better company this time but can still make his presence felt

12. EOLE DE NEUVY - Currently enjoying a productive run of form. Third to (10) EVRESTO here last time and can again make the frame

13. EVER - Seldom far from the action in this code. Second to (10) EVRESTO recently and will garner significantly more support this time around

14. ELTON DU HAM - Quality element when focused. Is confirmed over the short course and must be retained

15. ECLAIR DE KEROSAY - Serious for the most part under harness. Gets a second chance in this code and with a leading rider on board will be afforded every chance

16. EUDES DE L'AUNAY - Placed in one of two starts under the saddle. Encouraged under harness at Maure last time and will have his supporters

17. ELITLOVE PASMARICK - Has decent references in the specialty but not presently firing on all cylinders and no more than a minor place prospect

18. ELIXIR DU GILET - Disappointing since returning to competition during the summer and will have his work cut out

Summary

Very capable in this branch of the game (10) EVRESTO beat a host of these horses over course and distance a fortnight ago and looks thoroughly capable of repeating. The in-form (12) EOLE DE NEUVY and the complicated (6) EXPRESS DUO finished third and fourth respectively that day and can both figure prominently once more. (15) ECLAIR DE KEROSAY makes just his second appearance under the saddle but has been entrusted to Eric Raffin for the occasion and will justifiably generate interest. (11) ECUREUIL PHIL appreciates Vincennes and while unlikely to confirm his Caen success can get in on the action.

Selections

(10) EVRESTO - (12) EOLE DE NEUVY - (6) EXPRESS DUO - (15) ECLAIR DE

KEROSAY - (11) ECUREUIL PHIL

BORDEAUX - LE BOUSCAT - 25th November

Trainer of the day : François Nicolle (306, 301, 502, 501, 508)

Jockey of the day : Théo Bachelot (204, 404, 609, 803)

Horse of the day : Mensen Ernst (201)

Dark Horse : Sa Carlex (103)

Race 1

1. GRANIT DE THAIX - Scored on debut at Vichy but then pulled up at Auteuil last time so must bounce back

2. IFTANE - Off the mark on third and last start which came at Vichy and very much an improver

3. SA CARLEX - Fourth on debut at Auteuil and then won at Toulouse so very much on the up

4. PERLE DE VEGUY - Scored on debut at Nantes but then pulled up at Auteuil so is another looking to bounce back

5. ALMINORITZ - Pulled up on debut at Toulouse last month and surely cannot be fancied as a result

6. CASTILLONNES - Finished third on debut at Mont de Marsan and at least showed some ability there

7. PERPETUEL MOVMENT - Brought down on debut at Nantes when showing plenty there so not ruled out here

Summary

A three year old hurdle to kick off a busy enough day. Guillaume Macaire seems to hold the key with the first two in the market, (3) SA CARLEX and (2) IFTANE. Preference is for the former who won at Toulouse in May and she should have developed into a stronger model now. (7) PERPETUEL MOVMENT and (6) CASTILLONNES can fill the places.

Selections

(3) SA CARLEX - (2) IFTANE - (7) PERPETUEL MOVMENT - (6)

CASTILLONNES

Race 2

1. MENSEN ERNST - Has won the last two of his five runs and they both came here last month. Must have a very big chance of hat trick

2. HAPPY CHRISNAT - One win from fifteen runs. Third last time out at Angers but that form may not suffice

3. L'IMPERATOR - Both runs have come here and having been third on debut than went on to win. Interesting

4. BARATIN - Has won his last two from five including last time at ParisLongchamp so very much in form

5. NON MONSIEUR - Just the three runs and did win on debut but form has regressed since then

6. NIGHT OF LOVE - Steadily improving in three runs and won the last of those at Toulouse

7. LILLI SMART - Unplaced on both outings and really cannot be fancied at all for this

Summary

A few of these two year old's are really in flying form at this moment in time and none more so than (1) MENSEN ERNST who has won his last two at this very venue last month and over this distance. He can repel (4) BARATIN who is also on a hat trick. (3) L'IMPERATOR is an improver and will be taking more races. (6) NIGHT OF LOVE has a lesser chance.

Selections

(1) MENSEN ERNST - (4) BARATIN - (3) L'IMPERATOR - (6) NIGHT OF LOVE

Race 3

1. SRHELIGA - Off the mark on fifth and last start which came in May and never out of the frame

2. PAT DU PONT - Two wins from ten including at Toulouse last time out and must have every chance here

3. KERCHOP - Two wins from eight. Fell at Paray Le Monial last time out so needs a bounce back

4. FUN WORK - Still a lightly raced maiden but was a nice enough runner up to Pat du Pont last time at Toulouse

5. EPHEDRINE - A dual winner from her six starts. Fifth at Toulouse last time so ground to make up

6. KOTKIYAMA - Two wins from six and sixth at Fontainebleau last time out. More needed

7. BLUE HONEY MOON - One win from ten runs and very rarely runs a bad race to be honest so a nice type

8. FAIPASSI - Placed in four of her six runs but will have to step it up to break duck

Summary

(2) PAT DU PONT was very impressive when fairly scooting home last time out at Toulouse where he beat (4) FUN WORK by a fair distance and taking the form at face value, that is the way they should finish again. Both should be some value. (6) KOTKIYAMA and (1) SRHELIGA are the others to look at for the frame.

Selections

(2) PAT DU PONT - (4) FUN WORK - (6) KOTKIYAMA - (1) SRHELIGA

Race 4

1. STONEBRIDGE - Five victories from twenty one starts. Came in third at Toulouse last time out

2. MAD RIVER - Five wins from seventeen. Runner up at Toulouse last time and has a major chance

3. SAGAROI - Seven wins from twenty runs and has been very consistent this season to be fair

4. RIDER IN THE SNOW - Three wins from seven runs. Excellent second at Saint Cloud last time after a big break

5. NOBOKHOV - Has won a third of his fifteen runs including last two but this is tougher

6. ZERI - Remains a maiden after nineteen runs and is certainly worth taking on again

7. FANCYTASTIC - Two wins from sixteen runs and has run well in some other events too but needs more

Summary

This class three conditions event on the level looks another great opportunity for (4) RIDER IN THE SNOW who ran an excellent second on his return from a huge absence at saint Cloud last month. He just needs to be in the same form here to win. (2) MAD RIVER will take advantage if the selection bounces. (3) SAGAROI and (1) STONEBRIDGE look next in.

Selections

(4) RIDER IN THE SNOW - (2) MAD RIVER - (3) SAGAROI - (1)

STONEBRIDGE

Race 5

1. DIANAKOVA - Three wins from a dozen runs. Good fourth in a chase at Auteuil last time out

2. PARISO - Three wins from fifteen runs including a chase at Compiegne last time out. Serious contender

3. HALE - Two successes from seven runs and surely will have frame claims on form

4. ZAGONA - Two wins from her eight starts. Fell at Moulins last time out so will bid to atone for that

5. DOUKAROV - Runner up on debut at Royan in April and should build on that performance

6. GADJO DES ARRACHIS -

7. FAST DES TOURELLES - Finished ninth on flat debut at Limoges last month and looks an outsider

8. CAMBIKO - Both wins from eight came in his last four runs. Should give a good account

9. RIO SALSAS - Unplaced on both well spaced out runs and very easy to look elsewhere

10. KAMZINE - Placed in two of seven runs but has also pulled up four other times so beware

Summary

An interesting four year old conditions event. (2) PARISO does look a bit of a bet though. The top trainer has three in this but the selection looks the best of those having won a chase in good style at Compiegne last time. (1) DIANAKOVA is a danger being a good sort too. (8) CAMBIKO and (5) DOUKAROV to fill the minors.

Selections

(2) PARISO - (1) DIANAKOVA - (8) CAMBIKO - (5) DOUKAROV

Race 6

1. DANN - Five time winner from eighteen and has been having a very nice season

2. RACING BAY - Eleven wis from sixty four which is a good strike rate and can be counted in

3. LARIS - Half a dozen wins from thirty three runs. Twelfth at Angers last time and needs bounce back

4. FASTNET LIGHTNING - Three wins from fourteen runs. Back from an absence last time out at Saint Cloud and may have needed that

5. CAZALINE - A three time winner from twenty three six runs. Placed third in latest two so in form

6. FALCO DELAVILLIERE - A dual winner from thirty two runs. Unplaced last time and has to come back from that moderate effort

7. TRIMEUR - A dozen wins from sixty one runs. Sixth in latest two efforts so needs more

8. RED DUMA - Seven wins from thirty five including two of last three and having a great season

9. HURRICANE LIGHT - Three wins from nineteen runs. Runner up at Saint Cloud last time out which was decent

10. MARTALOUNA - Four wins from thirty two. Placed third at ParisLongchamp last time out

11. USAIN BEST - A dozen wins from seventy two runs. Fifth at Angers last time out and could go well

12. EDGE OF TOMORROW - Two wins from sixteen runs. Others look better placed here for the money

13. PETIT ZING - Thrice a winner from thirty one runs. Must do better than last two attempts to get involved

14. NOT A LADY - Three wins from twenty one runs. In grand form at this moment in time

15. PRESS OFFICER - Seven wins from fifty seven runs. Runner up at Compiegne last time out so in form

16. KENSHOW - Made it win number three from thirty two last time out at Toulouse and in good nick for this

Summary

A class three handicap here for the older animals and as the numbers suggest, it will be very difficult. (9) HURRICANE LIGHT is the suggestion. The four year old came right back to form at Saint Cloud last time and can turn the tables on the victor there, (11) USAIN BEST, on revised terms. (5) CAZALINE and (10) MARTALOUNA need looking at along with (3) LARIS.

Selections

(9) HURRICANE LIGHT - (11) USAIN BEST - (5) CAZALINE - (10)

MARTALOUNA - (3) LARIS

Race 7

1. CRACK MATH - A grand servant to connections if a little one paced. Still a frame chance here

2. GAELICK KAP - Made it four wins from forty three when scoring at Angers last time and has place credentials

3. CHINCO STAR - Three wins from twenty three runs. Runner up at Auteuil last time and such a consistent type

4. EL GRINGO - Half a dozen wins from twenty but came undone in latest few efforts so more needed but could do so

5. BABY BOY - Five wins from forty eight but pulled up last time out at Compiegne so that was disappointing

6. SAINT PALOIS - Twelve wins from thirty eight runs and must always be given a shout in races like this

7. ZEAUDIAK - Four wins from twenty five runs. Placed in only two starts this term which came recently enough

8. DALKO MORIVIERE - Two wins from sixteen runs. Good effort at Auteuil last time and every chance

9. TEAHUPOO VEGA - Made it two wins from seventeen at Nimes last time so obviously in good form

10. KAPLYMA - Eight time winner from twenty. Fourth at Angers last time and has a lot of work to do

Summary

A very nice Listed steeplechase here. (3) CHINCO STAR would make a huge amount of appeal on best form and is such a consistent type as evidenced by his last time out second at Auteuil last time in a similar event. (6) SAINT PALOIS must go close. (4) EL GRINGO and (1) CRACK MATH are also noted here.

Selections

(3) CHINCO STAR - (6) SAINT PALOIS - (4) EL GRINGO - (1) CRACK MATH

Race 8

1. JASPERS FLAG - Three wins from thirty. Runner up here last time and must have every chance

2. POLO DREAM - Four wins from thirty nine. Ninth on the level at Pau last time out so must do better

3. MR MACFLY - Just the one win from twenty but good fourth at Saint Cloud last time so ruled in

4. LIFE PRIDE - Half a dozen wins from sixty eight. Runner up at Agen Le Passage last time out

5. CARDIEL - Five wins from forty five. Sixth in last two contests and must do better

6. EIGHTEEN POEMS - Four time winner from forty two. Tenth at Pau last time out and more required

7. MAGIC WHY - One win from nineteen. Better runner up at Toulouse last time out and looks a threat

8. VERY DEAL - One win from twenty nine. Fifth here last time out which was step in right direction

9. BELLA CANARIAS - One success from twenty five and cannot be fancied in current mood or form

10. SOLO MALPIC - Eight wins from fifty runs but is very hard to fancy on current wellbeing

11. BLACK PRINCESS - Seven wins from eighty two runs and will do well to add another one here

12. SAVE THE DATE - Is zero from thirty and surely cannot be looked at here at all no matter what price

13. CHAMARA - Yet to place in eleven runs and simply cannot be put into the mix here

14. EARLY BERE - Is zero from seventeen and most likely to remain that way here after this

15. PELIAS - One win from twenty one runs and will do very well to double that tally here

Summary

A very difficult race to solve here. A small interest on (1) JASPERS FLAG might yield a dividend. The selection was a very nice runner up here last time out and can hopefully go one better. (3) MR MACFLY will have something to say while (4)

LIFE PRIDE and (7) MAGIC WHY can be looked at too at prices.

Selections

(1) JASPERS FLAG - (3) MR MACFLY - (4) LIFE PRIDE - (7) MAGIC WHY

Race 9

1. HANDELI - Made it win number eight from thirty seven at Agen Le Passage last time out so in form

2. YASMINAS - Came back from huge absence to break duck at Agen Le Passage last time out earlier this month

3. ECHO DES GAGNEUX - Off the mark on sixth and last start which came at Strasbourg and has to be of interest

4. DONA LINA - Two wins from a dozen runs. Fourth at Toulouse last time out and has a shout for sure

5. ZORRA DES OBEAUX - Off the mark on third and last start which came at Agen Le Passage but that was over a year ago

6. MONEY MART - Placed in half of her ten runs including last time at Machecoul after a year off

7. GREAT PAUL - Grand strike rate with ten wins from forty two and was going for a four timer when falling at Nimes last time

8. SULTAN SILK - Four wins from thirty three. Second in a claimer at Agen Le Passage last time. Good jockey booking

9. AUDACIEUX D'ALIN - Just the one win from eleven and has pulled up in last two so therefore not fancied

10. DEO GRATIAS - Still a maiden after sixteen runs but has been placed on several occasions

11. PRINCE DE LA BARRE - Just the one win from fifty six but was placed on latest few occasions

12. ONE WAY - Five wins from fifty one runs but would appear to be a big outsider here

Summary

The end of a long afternoon of racing. It has been good fare however and hopefully punters can be sent home on a happy note by (3) ECHO DES GAGNEUX. The five year old got off the mark in good fashion at Strasbourg earlier this month and can follow up. (4) DONA LINA will probably start favourite and is a danger. (6) MONEY MART and (1) HANDELI have lesser chances.

Selections

(3) ECHO DES GAGNEUX - (4) DONA LINA - (6) MONEY MART - (1) HANDELI

PORNICHET - 25th November

Trainer of the day : Joël Boisnard (106, 302, 611)

Jockey of the day : Cécilia Poirier (106, 302, 611, 713)

Horse of the day : Chasing Gold (404)

Dark Horse : Gerboise Verte (503)

Race 1

1. PATCHEWOLLOCK - Has not won a race for almost a year but has been threatening to do so in recent starts. Player

2. DIXIT CONFUCIUS - Only win was on the turf and recent runs have been moderate. Others preferred

3. KAABA STONE - Opened her account at the 19th attempt, when getting the better of some re-opposing rivals. Respected

4. ROYAL VATI - Can blow hot and cold but has the means to play an important role in this. Include

5. AL RASSOUL - Consistent for the most part of the year and is capable on this surface too. Place chance

6. FRANSIR DES MOTTES - Placed off a higher mark at the end of last year, so warrants respect here

7. SENATOR FROST - Become hard to predict in recent outings. Capable of playing a role but too unreliable to trust

8. MINISTRABLE - Largely inconsistent but has shown improvement of late. Won't be far off the mark in this

9. PIMPINEHORSE - Well beaten in each start since his re-entry and best watched until reaffirming

10. FUMATA BIANCA - Holding form relatively well and seldom far off the mark. Place chance

11. GREEN CURRY - Disappointing here on the PSF at Marseille Vivaux recently. Must reaffirm

12. JE SUIS CHARLIE - Three-time winner but has gone off the boil of late. Needs to reaffirm

13. KOUKIBOY - Has not won for some time but did give a better account when finishing 4th last time. Confirmation required

14. PREMIER AVRIL - Has won three handicaps this season and could enter the

equation. Place chance

15. GOOD TO TALK - Been very effective in the claiming division over the past year. over the past twelve month. Has more to do in this

16. DANAROSA - Well beaten last time out but had fair prior form and is capable of better

Summary

(1) PATCHEWOLLOCK and (4) ROYAL VATI are closely matched on recent form. Both are expected to feature prominently in a race of this nature, but preference is for the former with the benefit of pole position and a 1,5kg claimer. (3) KAABA STONE got the better of those rivals at Saint-Cloud in September and on that form will be involved. (6) FRANSIR DES MOTTES and (8) MINISTRABLE can get a look in too.

Selections

(1) PATCHEWOLLOCK - (4) ROYAL VATI - (3) KAABA STONE - (6) FRANSIR

DES MOTTES - (8) MINISTRABLE

Race 2

1. KING SIYOUNI -

2. GRAND SHANG - Runner-up here prior to a disappointing last start. Could make amends

3. ZINOUYI - Improving with experience and likely to play an important role with further progress expected

4. KING OF MY HEART - Showed promise when 2nd on debut but failed to confirm that with a disappointing last start and must reaffirm

5. SAUZON - Made good improvement to take 2nd at Bordeaux in second start but was disappointing last time. Capable of better

6. SUPERHON - Well beaten on debut and in both subsequent starts so hard to make a case for

7. INDAR - Shown good improvement in recent starts and can get a look in with further progress

8. ROI ARTHUR - Made no impression first time out. Should improve for the run but is best watched for now

9. CRACK REGIMENT - Pleasing 4th on debut and expected to be better now for that outing. Include

10. ALLE LAZALLE - Never raised a gallop on debut. Difficult to know what to expect here

11. LA JAVANAISE - Made no impression in her only outings but expected to be wiser to the task. Watch for improvement

12. SAVANE FOREVER - Showed early promise but has been disappointing in her last two and needs to reaffirm

13. SORRENZA - Well beaten in both starts and unlikely to trouble the judge on that evidence

14. SITNEY - Like stable companion (11) LA JAVANAISE made no impression on debut. Watch for now

15. ANGELISSIME - Was a pleasing debut 4th and expected to improve now for the experience

16. NORA DU BOIS - Rajsaman debutante from the stable of Xavier-Louis Le Stang. Damien Boche rides

Summary

Tricky. (2) GRAND SHANG fluffed his lines last time out but need only repeat his

earlier effort (at this venue) to play a leading role and could make amends. (5) SAUZON was similarly disappointing in his last start but is capable of posing a threat on his prior form. (3) ZINOUYI is going the right way and could have a role to play, though the same could also be said of likely improvers (9) CRACK REGIMENT and (15) ANGELISSIME, who both finished 4th in their respective debut outings. Good race!

Selections

(2) GRAND SHANG - (5) SAUZON - (3) ZINOUYI - (9) CRACK REGIMENT -

(15) ANGELISSIME - (7) INDAR

Race 3

1. STYLE ENDURES - Broke the ice at Sable Sarthe three starts back but well beaten in both outings since

2. DIVA MORITA - On the podium in four of her last five, including two seconds. One to beat

3. NEFYN BEACH - Consistent for the most part but needs to raise her game to win. Place chance

4. WALDLICHT - Boasts one win from nine starts. In the money in her last two and has a chance here for sure

5. LEGENDE D'OR - Remains a maiden but seldom finishes far off the mark. Place chance in this

6. ZORRO CASS - Twice a winner but well beaten in his last two starts and must reaffirm

7. AYUNTHYA - Doubled her tally at Saint Malo four starts back and was 2nd next time out. Disappointing 7th in both starts since

8. CACIMAR - Yet to win a race but does tend to pop up in the money on occasion and won't be far off in this

9. LIMERICK - Disappointing last time out but had shown enough prior to that to play a role here

10. CALVI JELOIS - Useful in claimers but too inconsistent to trust and needs to do more in this contest to feature

11. HAPPY BEAN - A bit unreliable but has run some fair races on the turf. Modest on this surface though

12. KIROZ - Opened his account in a Saint-Brieuc maiden in October and was 4th last time. Eachway chance

13. MIENGO - Running well of late but scored only success in a claimer. More to do here

14. ZIANA - Lightly raced filly with plenty scope to improve at handicap level. Watch

15. REINE DE LUNE - Has not shown anything to write home about and is hard to make a case for

Summary

(2) DIVA MORITA is at home on this course and discovers a favourable commitment here switched to handicap competition. (8) CACIMAR may pose a threat if reproducing recent efforts in this contest. (4) WALDLICHT is probably

better over shorter but also warrants respect in current shape. Both (11) HAPPY BEAN and (12) KIROZ arent incapable of getting a look in either.

Selections

(2) DIVA MORITA - (8) CACIMAR - (4) WALDLICHT - (11) HAPPY BEAN

Race 4

1. JACK O'BOY - Modest in two runs before winning at Les Sables Olonne and confirmed with fair 4th last time. Has earning potential

2. LILY APPLE - Disappointing last time out but had shown enough previously to play a role

3. REUX - Failed to improve when fitted with blinkers last time. Headgear retained, so best watched for now

4. CHASING GOLD - Well-related Olympic Glory filly who made a winning debut. Is well placed to follow up here

5. KARIOITAHI - Confirmed her recent improvement with victory last time out. Consider

6. TARIDA - Promising filly with four solid efforts under her belt. Has a chunky rating and will be competitive

7. BASTILLE FORLONGE - Well beaten in both her outings and needs to improve. Best watched for now

8. KENSINGTON'S PARK - Showed promise on debut and confirmed that when bouncing back from a poor effort to win last time out. Confirmation needed

Summary

(4) CHASING GOLD impressed when making a winning debut on the fibresand at Lyon-La Soie and, with natural improvement expected, could remain unbeaten despite this step up in class. Consistent but yet to open her account, although proven at this course, (6) TARIDA looks the most likely threat and will not be too long in breaking her duck.

Selections

(4) CHASING GOLD - (6) TARIDA - (5) KARIOITAHI - (1) JACK O'BOY

Race 5

1. HABESHIA - Admirable veteran who is still running well and likely to play a role

2. ZAVERNA - Capable six-time winner and better than her recent form suggests. Can make her presence felt

3. GERBOISE VERTE - Not at her sharpest of late but capable of bouncing back at this level

4. ROCHENKA - Disappointing in recent starts but not incapable of staking a claim here

5. AJMANY - Impressive 14-time scorer who must respected in this type of event. Supplemented

6. MONSIEUR BANDIDO - Modest two-time winner who has been consistent at a lower level. Could play a minor role

7. FANTASTIC BERE - Limited one-time winner who has not done enough of late to warrant consideration

8. ETALONDES - Capable 11-time winning veteran. Erratic lately but is not underestimated

9. DOME DE LA BLAIRIE - Has run respectably in each of his three 2019 outings. Has place chance

10. VOLZAPONE - Admirable veteran who continues to acquit himself well despite his age. Has earning potential

11. RUDEBAN - Out of sorts and hard to make a case for in current shape. Passed over

12. CHANGE OF GOLD - Most unlikely to trouble the market leaders on his recent performances. Overlook

13. ART OF ZAPPING - Useful performer on PSF and at handicap level but will struggle to make an impact in current shape

14. JENILAT PEARL - Won consecutive starts earlier this year prior to disappointing last two outings. Capable of better

15. GAILLEFONTAINE - Seldom far off the mark but not done enough of late to play an important role

16. L'ESTANG - Got off the mark in a claimer at Angers during October last year but has blown hot and cold since

Summary

In a wide-open contest, it could pay to follow supplemented (5) AJMANY who is

likely to feature prominently if building on improved recent efforts. (1) HABESHIA has won two of his last three and should be competitive under his 3,5kg claimer. (2) ZAVERNA, (14) JENILAT PEARL and (4) ROCHENKA have been disappointing of late but still remain capable of staking a claim at this level. (3) GERBOISE VERTE can also surprise.

Selections

(5) AJMANY - (1) HABESHIA - (2) ZAVERNA - (14) JENILAT PEARL - (4)

ROCHENKA

Race 6

1. BARHEIN - Scorer on the fibresand two starts back. Remains capable despite his inconsistency

2. TEBA MATEBA - Blows hot and cold but usually runs well at this level when in the mood

3. DUSK TILL DOWN - Shed her maiden tag when winning Class 4 handicap at Lion-D'Angers in July. In and out since

4. HUDA - Will need to improve many lengths on current form to trouble the market leaders

5. AHORITA - Battling to regain winning form but has some fair recent runs to her name. Place chance

6. PASSEPORT - Poor last run but capable of better and could pop up in the places again

7. LE DEPUTE - Battling to regain winning form but has held his form well enough to be competitive

8. GOTTINGEN - A winner at Lion-D'Angers in May but modest since, so others preferred

9. CHOPE LA VIE - Remains a maiden but does tend to finish in the minor money positions. Place chance

10. AS POSSIBLE - Eventually off the mark in his 18th attempt at this venue. Chance on that form

11. MAKLAU - Has won only once but has been threatening to do so again of late. Most likely

12. STORMING OUT - Should be dangerous off her current mark although disappointing on the PSF recently. Must reaffirm

13. OSCAR DES AIGLES - Has placed in only three of his outings and that's the best hope for him here

14. KINCADE - Long-time maiden who has done little of note this term. Hard to make a case for

15. P'TIT GARCON - Has shown little to warrant consideration and can be passed over. Unlikely

16. PRINCESS EMMA - Has been thereabout in recent starts and should not be underrated at this level

Summary

Many with chances but none more so than (11) MAKLAU who has maintained a consistent level of form recently and rediscovers the scene of her only win. (7) LE DEPUTE has also maintained a fair degree of form and consistency of late so should be competitive, while erratic top-weight (1) BARHEIN remains capable of staking a claim too if overcoming his wide draw. Both (2) TEBA MATEBA and (10) AS POSSIBLE were winners three starts back and could play minor roles if running to that level.

Selections

(11) MAKLAU - (7) LE DEPUTE - (1) BARHEIN - (2) TEBA MATEBA - (10) AS

POSSIBLE

Race 7

1. BARODAR - Gave a better account last time out and will be competitive with a repeat

2. PLENTY CITY - Won three starts back in June but has struggled on the whole this year

3. ANDORRE - Won a claimer over 1900m on the PSF at Deauville in August. Respected after recent 2nd to (13) BIG LETTERS

4. FOR EVER FUN - Capable but erratic filly. Out of sorts last time out and must reaffirm

5. SELECTIF - Limited one-time winner. Modest in all outings this year so best to look elsewhere

6. LIPSTICK - Remains a maiden after fourteen runs but has been placed on several occasions

7. GREEN BAY - Has not won a race since January last year and no more than a place chance here

8. FAST CHARLIE - Showed signs of a return to form last time out and could get a look in if confirming

9. SCRIBNER CREEK - Has shown a nice rebound of form of late and in current shape could have a role to play

10. BAFANA LINNGARI - Won two claimers here earlier in the year so is not without a chance here

11. CONVICTED - Won at ParisLongchamp in June last year and is entitled to improvement in this race after just a solitary 2019 outing

12. ARDASHIR - Has not won for some time but was a creditable 4th in a Baden Baden three runs back. Disappointing since but capable of better

13. BIG LETTERS - Last-start scorer at the expense of (3) ANDORRE and should be involved again

Summary

Few of these inspire any confidence. (3) ANDORRE, however, could avenge his recent defeat by (13) BIG LETTERS on these terms. (1) BARODAR could also play an important role if building on his recent improvement. (8) FAST CHARLIE returned to form in his last start and could stake a claim too in an otherwise wide-open event. Hard to assess!

Selections

(3) ANDORRE - (13) BIG LETTERS - (1) BARODAR - (8) FAST CHARLIE

Race 8

1. ALTESSE THAIS - Inconsistent mare for the most part. Pops up on the odd occasion but is too unreliable to trust

2. COLIBRI CAEL - Out of shape and likely to need this run after just one start this year

3. DON PAPA - Was an eye-catching 3d at Nort-sur-Erdre before disappointing last start. Must reaffirm

4. BROOKE - Back in business recently and in current shape should go well again. Player

5. SPLIT STEP - In good heart, remains consistent and will be hard to hold out in this

6. LA RACEUSE - Won a handicap on the PSF earlier this year but has gone off the boil lately

7. ANADUN - Erratic mare. Capable on a going day but is too inconsistent to trust

8. ZARAGANTA - Has yet to win a race after 19 attempts but is capable of popping up the places

9. CHERIE COCO - Somewhat reassuring in her last three starts, which were in 2018. Respected on her return

10. DARK ORBIT - Will need to improve many lengths on recent form to trouble any of these

11. KAZAK D'AUMONE - Long time maiden who has not finished on the podium since October 2017 but has shown improvement in recent outings

12. THATS NOTALL FOLKS - Last of eight wins came in a Class 4 handicap at Compiegne in April. Modest recent form though

13. PIANO PIETRA - Has been thereabouts in his recent starts in this division and can pick up a cheque

14. I SEE YOU - Two-time winner but others make much more appeal on recent form. Passed over

15. DESOBEISSANTE - Has not won for some time. Showed improvement two starts back but failed to confirm last time

Summary

Cases can be made for several of these but (5) SPLIT STEP makes the most appeal given his recent form, consistency and history of success on this layout. (4) BROOKE is likely to challenge for race honours on the back of two consecutive solid displays. Top-weight (1) ALTESSE THAIS, returning (9)

CHERIE COCO and erratic (7) ANADUN are others to consider.

Selections

(5) SPLIT STEP - (4) BROOKE - (1) ALTESSE THAIS - (9) CHERIE COCO