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February 14 Perak Preview By Mark Lydeamore

February 13, 2026

Talk To The Master has all the credentials

February 13, 2026

Force with you on a tricky Valentines card

February 13, 2026

One Dance to waltz home at Fairview

February 12, 2026

Zackey, Lerena set for a fistful of winners

February 11, 2026

The second weekday race meeting on the Highveld lands at Turffontein’s Inside track on Thursday 12 February for a compact eight-race card that looks refreshingly short on guesswork. When the dust settles, it would be no surprise if Craig Zackey and Gavin Lerena between them account for five of the afternoon’s events, with the betting value concentrated around a handful of progressive three-year-olds and some rock-solid form lines. Zackey holds the aces early, particularly in the middle races where he teams up twice with Lucky Houdalakis and two last-start winners who look capable of defying the handicapper. The standout is Quickfreeze in Race 3 over 1450m. The Querari colt announced himself in no uncertain terms when brushing aside older rivals on handicap debut, showing both tactical speed and a decisive turn of foot. An eight-point penalty and a full 60kg are obvious obstacles on paper, but this is a horse going the right way – fast. If he’s as good as he looked last time, the weight won’t stop him, so it should pay to follow his progress closely. That Zackey sticks with Quickfreeze rather than Sean Tarry’s smart Speedman is a telling piece of jockey intelligence. The latter, a Vercingetorix gelding with plenty upside, lost nothing in defeat when tasting his first career loss last time and he remains one for the black book. However, the rider’s choice strongly suggests the Houdalakis runner is the one with the bigger engine right now. Zackey and Houdalakis can double up in Race 4 over 1800m with Agoge, another three-year-old who looks to have found his feet. The Gimmethegreenlight gelding rebounded sharply from a Grade 3 misfire over 1400m to beat older horses under a stiff weight over 1600m last time. The extra 200m should be right up his alley and, while an eight-point rise demands caution, further improvement is very much on the cards. If Zackey threatens a race-to-race double, Lerena may well steal the show later with a Pick 3 of his own. Taegan’s Champ in Race 5 over 1800m is the starting point. Fabian Habib’s charge responded positively to first-time blinkers when scoring with authority last time and reappears off an unchanged mark with the headgear retained. That’s the classic recipe for follow-up success. Race 6 over 1000m brings one of the better bets on the card in Time For Charity. The tough, honest Time Thief mare has been knocking loudly and was an excellent third last time, finishing ahead of several re-opposing rivals. Her consistency deserves reward, and from a favourable setup she looks primed to get it. Lerena completes the treble attempt in Race 7 with Hong Kong, a Tony Peter-trained filly who has stepped forward since blinkers were applied. She made light work of a similar field over 1450m on the Vaal Classic track last time and, despite a four-point penalty, remains well placed to repeat the dose over the same trip. Clive Robinson

Umfula looks tailormade for a huge effort

February 10, 2026

Forever Young Bids For Historic Second Saudi Cup

February 9, 2026

Trainer Yoshito Yahagi believed Forever Young (JPN) to be virtually unbeatable when he thwarted Romantic Warrior (IRE) 12 months ago and he returns to Riyadh with his Breeders’ Cup hero bidding to become the first dual winner of the Group 1 Saudi Cup at King Abdulaziz Racecourse this Saturday.

Hong Kong legend Romantic Warrior was the only possible danger to victory in the 2025 renewal of the USD$20million feature in the mind of the decorated trainer.

And he was proved correct as the pair went head-to-head down the stretch with Forever Young prevailing by neck – having only led inside the final 25 metres.

“I didn’t think he would be beaten by any horse,” revealed Yahagi. “But I wasn’t completely sure about Romantic Warrior, as it was his first time racing on dirt. If Forever Young was going to be beaten, it had to be by Romantic Warrior.”

Romantic Warrior made a big move at the top of the stretch and looked assured of success, only for Ryusei Sakai to wear him down aboard the brilliant entire in a dramatic climax.

“It was unbelievable. To be honest, I thought we had been beaten at the finish. It was a great race,” added Yahagi.

The trainer bids for a third win in just seven renewals of The Saudi Cup following on from Panthalassa (JPN) in 2023, and Forever Young will be having his first start after writing another chapter in the history books when becoming the first Japanese-trained winner of the Breeders’ Cup Classic at Del Mar last November.

“He skipped the Tokyo Daishoten this year after the Breeders’ Cup,’ explained Yahagi. “He was carrying a little extra weight at first, but he has been improving steadily.

“The anti-clockwise track and the long home straight really suit him in Saudi Arabia and Sakai knows everything about him. Their partnership is very reliable,” added the trainer of the pairing who also claimed the 2024 Saudi Derby.

Yahagi has been one of the leading advertisers of Japanese racing with wins also in Dubai on World Cup night, in Hong Kong and with a Cox Plate victory in Australia.

“Winning the Breeders’ Cup Classic definitely brought about a big change in the Japanese racing industry. Horse racing is still not the biggest sport in Japan, but I would like to continue working to grow it,” he explained.

“The Japanese racing industry is aiming to be the best in the world. Strong fan support, including wagering turnover, contributes to high prize-money. Because of that, Japanese owners are willing to invest significant sums. The industry is healthy thanks to the support of the fans.”

Forever Young went on to be third in the Dubai World Cup last year and a return to Meydan is again on the cards, but another tilt at a Breeders’ Cup has yet to be decided.

Yahagi said: “He will run The Saudi Cup and the Dubai World Cup. He is scheduled to run in those two races. We are focusing on these two Middle Eastern races for his spring campaign. Nothing has been confirmed yet for his autumn campaign.

“The Breeders’ Cup will be held at Keeneland this year, which makes it a different situation for us compared to when it is held on the West Coast of the United States. I need to discuss our plans with the owner, Mr. Fujita, who was keen to keep him in training.”

Team Yahagi return with not one but two defending champions as Shin Emperor (FR) also bids for a repeat win after making all from stall three last year in the Howden Neom Turf Cup, which now carries G1 status and $3m in prize-money.

“He is in very good form and this race has always been the target,” said Yahagi. “The anti-clockwise, flat 2100-metre track on good ground suits him very well. He doesn’t have to lead, but we would like to see him settle into a good position.”

And ominously for opponents to the full-brother to Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe winner Sottass (FR), he added: “I thought he had fully matured, but in fact he is still improving.”

Habib and Syster stand out at the Vaal

February 9, 2026

Tuesday’s midweek Vaal Classic fixture might be routine on paper, but scratch beneath the surface of the bumper 10-race card and there’s proper betting meat on the bone. The smart money looks set to flow through the hands of jockeys Calvin Habib and Jeffrey Syster, with the stables of Alec Laird and Tony Peter holding several strong aces. The meeting kicks off with what shapes as one of the better betting races of the afternoon over 2000m. Aristotle (Race 1) comes into the opener off a confidence-boosting Listed success and looks primed to go on with it. The Laird-trained son of Rafeef showed grit and stamina when staying on gamely from a handy position to land the Dr Richard Maponya (formerly Drum Star) Handicap over 1800m just 17 days ago. A two-point penalty for that win looks more than fair, and as a lightly raced four-year-old stepping up to 2000m for the first time, he still appears some way ahead of the assessor. Momentum counts for plenty at this level, and Aristotle has it. Habib is likely to play a leading role throughout the afternoon, not least in Race 5 (over 1000m) where he partners Caroline Island for Tony Peter. The consistent Querari filly is good value to resume winning ways, even taking on male opposition. She chased home a smart sort in a stronger race over this course and distance last time, and a repeat of that effort should see her bang there again despite a slightly higher mark. The day’s standout wager, though, arrives late on the card in Race 9 over 1800m. Jaffa looks the right kind of horse to make a statement and earns the ‘Best Bet’ tag. Another from the Laird–Habib axis, this three-year-old son of The United States was heavily backed last time but found himself too far off the speed before flashing home for third over 1700m. That run screamed “next time” and the extra 100m should play perfectly to his strengths. He’s learning fast and rates as a progressive type worth sticking with. Syster also has a book that demands respect. His four rides include two genuine winning chances, starting with Plumbago Park for Brett Webber in Race 7 over 1200m, and extending to Cartagena in Race 8 over 2400m. The latter, Heather Adamson’s sole runner on the card, is chasing a hat-trick and looks well placed to complete the sequence if reproducing recent form over the same course and distance. Elsewhere, El Zani (Race 2) appeals as a solid follow-up for the Peter yard. The two-year-old filly shaped with plenty of promise when second on debut over the same track and trip, and she now reappears under Gavin Lerena. Natural improvement should see her go very close. Clive Robinson

Sha Tin Track Spy: Sunday, 8 February

February 7, 2026

2026 Abu Dhabi Gold Cup Contestants

February 6, 2026

Racing in the Middle East is not just growing, but surging. Further proof arrives this week with the inaugural running of the US$1 million Abu Dhabi Gold Cup, a race that will draw a field full of depth and quality of international talent rarely seen at this time of year. From its very first edition, this contest announces itself as a major new pillar on the global racing calendar. Headlining a stellar field are two familiar names to UAE racegoers: Maljoom, now trained by Michael Costa, and Quddwah, representing the powerful Simon & Ed Crisford operation. Both horses have made an immediate impact since relocating from Europe, quickly becoming flagbearers for the quality and ambition of racing in the region. For Maljoom, the Gold Cup marks the launch of his 2026 campaign and what a stage to begin on. He heads down the highway to Abu Dhabi just months after a courageous third in the Group 1 Dubai Turf, where he charged home late behind global heavyweights Romantic Warrior and Soul Rush. Formerly trained by William Haggas, Maljoom now joins Michael Costa, a stable renowned for delivering on racing’s biggest occasions. Carrying the famous colours of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, bringing success and expectation that come with them. The colours have become synonymous with elite racing in Abu Dhabi and beyond, and once again they will be central to calculations for anyone assessing this race. Sharing those colours is Quddwah, a colt who has already shown this season that he belongs at the very top. His victory in the Group 2 Zabeel Mile on debut in the region was nothing short of electric, an emphatic statement of intent. The Crisfords knew they had a serious horse when he consistently held his own against Europe’s best across the UK and France, and that belief has been swiftly vindicated on UAE soil. The Abu Dhabi Gold Cup now brings it all together. Stars from Japan, leading contenders from Europe, and the very best of the Middle East will clash on a stage befitting their talent. It is a powerful showcase, not just for these two outstanding horses, but for Abu Dhabi Racing as a whole, as the meeting is broadcast to the world and the region’s strength in depth shines firmly in the spotlight. Pat Comerford speaks with two of the principal contenders ahead of this world-class contest, as the Abu Dhabi Gold Cup positions itself to take UAE racing to the next level and announces Abu Dhabi as an unmissable destination for the global racing audience.

Straight Arron goes for gold in Centenary Vase at Sha Tin

February 6, 2026

Straight Arron (135lb) must overcome a hefty impost in Sunday’s (8 February) HK$4.2 million G3 Centenary Vase Handicap (1800m) at Sha Tin, but trainer David Hayes believes the step back in grade can prove to be a decisive factor for the contest’s highest-rated runner. Preparing to face six opponents, seven-year-old Straight Arron tops the field, rated 110 against Beauty Joy (134lb), last year’s winner Chancheng Glory (132lb), Encountered (126lb), Speed Dragon (126lb), Ensued (125lb) and Numbers (115lb). Three of the past five Centenary Vase winners have carried 115lb or less. Frankie Lor’s Four-Year-Old Classic Series aspirant Numbers, an exciting one-time victor in Hong Kong who placed at Group 1 level pre-import in Australia, carries the featherweight due to his 90-rating. Hayes, a dual Hong Kong Champion Trainer (1997/98 & 1998/99), said of Straight Arron: “I think the class will come through. If he has a good day, he can compete at this level. He’s back to his class in Group 3 racing – he’s probably a Group 3 horse.” Straight Arron was seventh and eighth, respectively, behind Romantic Warrior in the HK$40 million G1 LONGINES Hong Kong Cup (2000m) and HK$13 million G1 Stewards’ Cup (1600m). He was fourth in successive Group 2 races beforehand. “He was a bit disappointing (last start), but he was racing against the elite. I think he will really appreciate the drop in class, and his trackwork has been good. His work on Tuesday (3 February) was very good,” Hayes said. Raced by Karen Lo, who also owns Cap Ferrat, two-time Group 2 winner Straight Arron clocked 1m 22.5s (31.4, 28.7, 22.4) at Sha Tin on Tuesday morning. The Fastnet Rock gelding has five career wins in Hong Kong for HK$21.76 million in earnings. Straight Arron’s biggest scalps are the 2023 HK$5.35 million G2 BOCHK Jockey Club Cup (2000m) and 2025 HK$5.35 million G2 Chairman’s Trophy (1600m). Dylan Browne McMonagle rides the bay from gate four on Sunday. Hayes saddles four-year-olds Fortune Boy (120lb) and Supreme Mastermind (115lb) in the Class 3 Yau Oi Handicap (1800m). “I think he’ll (Fortune Boy) step up on the weekend – he’s in great form. He’s always strong, and he has form around Invincible Ibis. I think he’s better than Class 3,” Hayes said. Fortune Boy links with Brenton Avdulla in barrier two, while Keith Yeung is on Supreme Mastermind, drawn in six, who finished a fast-closing fourth at Sha Tin two starts ago. Shamus Storm (118lb) takes aim at the Class 3 Yan Tin Handicap (1400m) for Hayes, stepping from gate six with Maxime Guyon aboard. The Shamus Award four-year-old injured his right fore ligament following his first-up fourth last October over this course and distance. Hayes said: “He got injured after his first-up run, and he had an easy time. He’s going in off one trial and a big break, so I would think whatever he does will be improved on.” Hayes also saddles Lucky Secret, All Round Winner, Ryui Kokoroe and Let’s Have Fun. Sunday’s (8 February) 11-race fixture at Sha Tin begins at 12.30pm with the Class 5 Fu Tai Handicap (1400m). By Declan Schuster

February 7 Selangor Preview By Mark Lydeamore

February 6, 2026

It has been a steady start the Banker’s Stable following the first month of the 2026 season with five winners from multiple runners and four-time winner BANKER’S EIGHTYONE is a chance to add to the tally in the 1275m Class 4B contest (Race 3). Posting four wins from twelve starts in Malaysia, the five-year-old was a fraction unlucky when finishing 3rd over 1200m here a fortnight ago. The booking of jockey Nuqman Faris can be viewed as a positive also with the senior hoop riding BANKER’S EIGHTYONE to three successive victories towards the end of last year. CHEVAL PEGASUS and WAIT U KNOW have both scored previously over the track and trip and are proven at Class 4 level. Former Australian galloper QI FU FORTUNE trialed very well behind talented sprinter NOAH KHAN here a month ago and is one to watch when he resumes for trainer HY Cheng in the 1275m Class 4A (Race 5). Starting twice in Australia for one win, the four-year-old has not raced for over twelve months but appears a likely type based on trial form. His main rival will be BANKER’S GLORY coming off a fast-finishing second behind the smart STRONG DRAGON and is a chance despite the wide draw while TAU KEH SOH will strike back soon in this grade. Another galloper who performed well at the January 27 trial session was three-year-old SUPERB WINNER, who resumes in the 1200m Open Maiden (Race 6). Winning his trial by 20 lengths on the sand, the juvenile may be looking forward to a lucrative campaign as he steps out for the first time since making his debut on July 27 last year. The race should provide a reliable form line considering he was beaten a length into 3rd placing behind Singha Bay, a progressive type currently strutting his wares against Class 3 company. Another interesting runner debuting for the Buffalo Stable is NAVARRE, trained by Simon Dunderdale which has also performed well at the trials recently. With strong provincial Victorian form to his credit (6 placings from 12 starts), the Written Tycoon four-year-old is a definite proposition first up since April. PACIFIC ENERGY and SECRET WONDER filled the quinella in a 1200m Class 3 contest three weeks ago and the pair will clash again in Race 7 this Saturday. PACIFIC ENERGY has progressed nicely following two wins from six starts locally and form pole position should receive all the favours in the run. SECRET WONDER carved out a fast final section to finish only a neck behind after sprinting from midfield and returned to the form he displayed when scoring at his first two Malaysian starts last season. BANKER’S VICTORY has performed well in three local runs, including a Class 4 victory in December and is coming off a 3rd placing in a strong Supreme B contest won by Latin Legend here on January 11. Unfortunately for those punters which backed FORTUNE WHEEL here three weeks ago, they were left without a collect but it may pay to stick with the seven-year-old in the 1400m Class 4A (Race 10). Pulling up with a respiratory issue, FORTUNE WHEEL finished out of the placings but his trial win over group winner Lucky Magic during the week places him in good stead for a winning return. FLYING NEMO is close to breaking his Malaysian duck and is perfectly suited dropping back to Class 4 grade while SMART CAT looks a progressive type and is coming off an impressive 1200m Open Novice win here four weeks ago.

Salani Kahle to master his fate

February 6, 2026

The first race on the card at Hollywoodbets Scottsville on Sunday, 8th February, gets underway at 11:35pm, and it looks to be a two-horse race between Green Energy and Buffalo King Cody. Green Energy, for Adam Azzie and Serino Moodley, caught the eye on debut when finishing a close second at this venue. Buffalo King Cody is improving with racing and should provide plenty of cheek all the way home. He is from the visiting Tony Peter stable. A good race opens the meeting. Race two, a Maiden Juvenile Plate over 1000m, is at 12:05pm and the firm first pick is the Mike Miller-trained Japura. She is improving with racing experience and looks cherry-ripe for victory today. Sovereign Gem is the selection to take first prize in the third race. She is trained by Alyson Wright and will be ridden by Keagan De Melo. This filly has been catching the eye and her last effort was very good — the one to beat. Peach Melba and Past Is Prologue should fight out the finish of the fourth race on the card, with Peach Melba being the narrow first choice. Calvin Habib rides the filly for the first time. There is a possible banker in the fifth from the Nathan Kotzen barn — Etzebeth. He caught the eye on debut, gets the best draw, tries extra distance, and meets an average field. Salani Kahle has grabbed the attention of many as a very talented and progressive colt from the Gareth Van Zyl stable. He lines up in the sixth race but will start from the widest draw. His maiden win and post-maiden win have been ultra-impressive and he can be followed with great interest. The seventh race over 1750m sees the horse drawn at gate one, French Trip, as the first selection. This son of Trippi ran an absolute cracker in the Michael Roberts Stakes last time and can be given serious each-way claims. He will get valuable weight off his back from claiming apprentice Mxolisi Mbutho, who partnered him last time. Talking of the Michael Roberts Stakes, the winner of that race, Down By The River, lines up in the eighth and has every chance of following up. He impressed when trotting up and beating Queue Wing by nearly three lengths. Talented stayer King Pelles is the obvious danger and can be expected to serve up far more than he did in the Betway Summer Cup on the Highveld on the 29th of November. Amor Fati and Isivivane have strong place chances and must be included in most betting perms. Races nine and ten are competitive, and it is advisable to include as many runners as the budget will allow. All in all, another competitive but exciting day’s racing awaits at Hollywoodbets Scottsville. With ten races on offer, there are plenty of betting opportunities. Punt and play well! Warren Lenferna

Guineas Day sets Classic Agenda at Turffontein

February 6, 2026

The Highveld’s autumn narrative begins in earnest on Saturday 7 February at Turffontein Standside, where a competitive nine-race card is framed around the opening salvos of South Africa’s two great three-year-old journeys. The Grade 2 Gauteng Guineas and Grade 2 Gauteng Fillies Guineas, both over a demanding 1600m, launch the SA Triple Crown and the Wilgerbosdrift SA Triple Tiara respectively. This is the stage where reputations are either rubber-stamped or ruthlessly punctured, and where betting markets often lag behind the deeper classic picture. The road ahead is clearly defined; Saturday 7 March brings the Grade 1 SA Classic and Wilgerbosdrift SA Fillies Classic over 1800m, before the ultimate stamina tests on Saturday 4 April in the Grade 1 SA Derby and Grade 2 Wilgerbosdrift SA Oaks over a searching 2450m. With a R2-million bonus awaiting any Triple Crown winner in 2026, and R1-million on offer to a filly who can sweep the Triple Tiara, these are not merely prestige races, they are long-term betting puzzles with serious upside. The Wilgerbosdrift Gauteng Fillies Guineas (Race 6) revolves around Eastern Cape star Golden Palm, who sets the standard on her Highveld reappearance. Alan Greeff’s Champion Two-Year-Old filly landed the Grade 2 Fillies Nursery at Turffontein last season and returns to the ‘Big T’ after a slightly deflating sixth as the odds-on favourite in the Grade 1 Cape Fillies Guineas at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth – her first experience of a left-hand bend, so that run is easily forgiven. Golden Palm is unbeaten in three right-handed starts, including victories at Fairview and Hollywoodbets Greyville, the latter coming in the Grade 1 Thekwini Stakes at the end of last term. Back on a right-hand turn, drawn in pole position, and partnered by Craig Zackey, she looks primed to control matters. Her pedigree adds further intrigue: her dam Croisette is a half-sister to 2016 Fillies Classic and Oaks winner Juxtapose, suggesting the Triple Tiara bonus may not be just a pipe dream. She will not have things her own way. Hazy Dazy brings proven course-and-distance form after winning the Grade 3 Fillies Mile, while runner-up Charge It has franked that form by landing the Listed War Of Athena Handicap. Western Cape raider Lowveld Lily, Justin Snaith’s sole runner on the card, finished a length ahead of Golden Palm in the Cape Fillies Guineas and demands respect. The Gauteng Guineas (Race 7) for colts and geldings hinges on whether Trust can bounce back. If he reproduces his Grade 2 Dingaans performance over course and distance, when beating subsequent Grade 1 Cape Guineas winner Jan Van Goyen, he should be very hard to contain. His below-par effort as a beaten odds-on favourite in the Grade 3 Got The Greenlight Stakes over 1400m is a concern. However, the extra 200m suits and he is also 2kg better off with re-opposing rivals Splittheeights, his last-start conqueror, and the latter’s stablemate One Eye On Vegas (runner-up in that race). Sean Tarry, as ever, looms large. Tin Pan Alley improved markedly with a tongue-tie fitted last time (retained), while unbeaten Grand Empire was only just denied in a Listed course-and-distance contest against older horses – his first defeat in four starts and a serious Guineas trial. Away from the Classics, the standout betting proposition on the card looks to be Callmegetrix in Race 8 over 1600m. This Tarry-trained filly won a similar course-and-distance race last time and a three-point penalty is unlikely to halt her progress. Mickaëlle Michel retains the ride and her 1.5kg allowance only sweetens the deal. Clive Robinson

United Nation can keep on rolling

February 5, 2026

United Nation has been flawless on the Hollywoodbets Greyville poly, unbeaten in four starts, and Darryl Moore looks to have found the right race for a fifth straight win when the gelding heads the card in the B Stakes over 1000m. Drawn widest in the nine-horse field, he again benefits from Mxolisi Mbuto’s 2.5kg claim, giving him a handy galloping weight.

The main threat could be Umzingeli Wenyathi from the Clinton Binda yard. A rare Cape raider, he won first up on the poly last time out, has only once finished out of the money in nine starts, and retains 4kg claimer Sifiso Bungane. Poly specialist Good Traveller, a seven-time winner, arrives off a narrow victory but may prefer further, while Jet Legacy brings solid turf form back to the poly.

The card opens with Higher Love, who has improved on the poly and was narrowly beaten last start from a wide draw. Saudi Sweep disappointed on turf last time after good poly form, while Cape debutant Whatastar could improve locally.

Skyline Bell showed marked progress at her second run and makes her poly debut in the second, with steady improver Praise De La Rey also respected. Skipper O’Malley narrowly beat Skyline Bell previously but may be more exposed.

In the first leg of the Pick 6, Black Platina enjoys course-and-distance credentials, while Levitator returns to his preferred surface despite a wide draw. Takeyourbestshot is overdue but has been unlucky at the gates.

Rahhabba has come on nicely since arriving in KZN and has a good draw in a competitive fourth, with in-form Happy Fortune and consistent De Vlugge also featuring. Amafort looks overdue in the fifth, while Mystique Rouge can reverse placings with Izibulo on better terms.

Queue Wing has improved in blinkers in the sixth and looks well weighted, with Wild At War and lightly raced Clever Trevor also in the mix. The finale is tricky, but Acacia’s Blossom, Indecent Proposal and improving Rock Music all have claims.

Overall, a competitive poly card, but United Nation remains the one they all have to beat.

JOCKEY SPOTLIGHT: MATTHEW POON

February 4, 2026

Take us back to the very beginning. Do you remember your first winner, and what emotions hit you crossing the line that day? Yes, a horse called Sutanoc. Can’t believe that I can got my first win in my first meeting! It really was an incredible feeling. Hong Kong is one of the toughest riding environments in the world. What was the moment you realised you genuinely belonged at this level? Everything happened very fast. They are very competitive, aggressive and sharp. Very proud to be amongst this talented group. Every jockey has a ride they still replay in their mind. What’s the greatest moment you’ve experienced in the saddle so far, and why does it stand above the rest? I would say my first Group 2 winner – STRAIGHT ARRON. Completed within my plan and won by a small margin. When the pressure is at its highest – big crowd, big race, small margins – what’s going through your mind in the final 400 metres? I only feel the pressure at the parade ring. Since jump on the horse then all good. Going to the final 400m, I just stay focused and alert. How has riding in Hong Kong shaped you differently compared to other racing jurisdictions, both technically and mentally? Riding against with them I must continuously hone my riding skills to stay competitive. Learn how they ride and determine the strategy before the race and to make a quick decision during the race. The intense atmosphere and high expectations from both owners and fans can foster a resilient mentality. Learn how to cope with pressure and maintain focus under stress. Are there certain trainers, horses, or riding styles that have played a major role in your development as a jockey? Richard Jolly who was my master when I was in Adelaide, Australia. He probably was the major role in my career. He taught me how to read and ride a race. Setbacks are part of the sport. What’s been the toughest period of your career to date, and what did it teach you about resilience? After becoming a professional jockey, it was the most difficult time for me. When I didn’t have an allowance anymore, I needed to regain the support and trust of trainers and the owners. The only way I could do that is work hard, stay positive and rebuild support step by step. Away from race day, what does a typical week look like for you in terms of preparation, fitness, and studying races? Doing physical therapy, doing exercise to control weight, and watching replays. Looking ahead, what ambitions are driving you right now? Is it premierships, Group 1 success, riding internationally, or something deeper? I got a few things want to achieve – Group 1 success of course, represent Hong Kong to ride overseas, enhancing the strength and status of local Hong Kong jockeys in the world. When your career is eventually looked back on, how would you like Matthew Poon the jockey to be remembered within Hong Kong racing? I hope to achieve some success in Hong Kong horse racing so that future local Hong Kong jockeys can take it a step further.

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RACE 1: PIBARNON MAIDEN STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1800M – TIME: 23:07 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200 The Magpie (FR) Capable of improvement and finished eighth in a Condition at Chantilly over 1800m on 21 January. Can contest the finish. La Carriere (IRE) Finished tenth on debut in a Condition at Deauville over 1500m on 3 August. Returns from a break and could be a threat with improvement expected. Agnesi (FR) Has improved at this track and was victorious in a Claimer over this distance on 5 December . Can be competitive once again. Rodrigue (IRE) Showed improvement when runner-up in a Condition at Pornichet over 2000m on 24 January. Can go one place better . RACE 2: DU TONKIN HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1800M – TIME: 23:42 PRIZE MONEY: EUR14400 Best Shalaa (FR) In very good form of late and was runner-up in a Handicap over this course and distance on 21 January. Can go one place better . Spirit Grey (FR) Likes this track and was victorious over this course and distance on 21 January. Should be right there at the finish. Sicilia (FR) Unreliable and was thirteen in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1800m on 31 January. Capable of doing a lot better and is not out of it. Calas Queen (FR) Showed some improvement when fourth in a Handicap over this course and distance on 21 January. Capable of making the frame. RACE 3: DE CHASSIEU HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1800M – TIME: 00:17 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16300 Celanoken (FR) Knocking very hard at the door and was runner-up in a Handicap at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2000m on 24 January. Can go one place better . Chant Dore (FR) In good shape and was fifth in a Handicap at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2000m on 24 January. Victorious back in November and can contest the finish. Morus (FR) Did not show his best when eighth in a Handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 22 January. In good form before that and is not out of it in this line-up. Fury Boxing (FR) Very consistent of late and was third in a Handicap at Deauville over 1800m on 30 December . Should be right there at the finish. RACE 4: DES GRATTE-CIEL HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1800M – TIME: 00:53 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16300 Cedrus (FR) Ignore the last run when twelve in a Handicap at Deauville over 1800m on 23 January. Likes this track and can bounce back to score. Grecian Star (IRE) Victorious in a Handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 1600m on 7 January. Carries a penalty but is capable of following up. Ocean Diamond (GER) Did not show his best when eleventh in a Claimer at Deauville over 1800m on 29 December . Capable of making the frame. Sir Walter (FR) Did not show his best when tenth in a Handicap at this track over 2200m on 15 December . Some solid wins before that and can be a threat. RACE 5: DE CHAPONOST HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 2400M – TIME: 01:27 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16300 Sogynt (FR) In very good form and was successful in a Handicap at Pornichet- La-Baule over 2400m on 27 January. Capable of doubling up. Exhit (FR) Holding form and was fourth in a Class 4 Condition over this track and trip on 21 January. Should be right there at the finish. Timballina (GER) Not disgraced when fifth in a Handicap at Cagnes-Sur-Mer over 2400m on 24 January. Can be competitive in this line-up. Jagda (FR) Did not show her best when tenth in a Class 4 Condition over this track and trip on 21 January. Capable of making the frame.

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February 13, 2026

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RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: TURFFONTEIN STANDSIDE/ DURBANVILLE@2026.02.14 Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R120.000, 12:25GMT+2 Race Summary: STAGGERWING, PLATINUM SHAY and ENERGIA would have benefitted from the experience of pleasing introductions and should improve to be competitive. MOOSALEKKA and NORTHERN EUROPEAN could also make their presence felt if building on improved last starts. Newcomers GET UP, GRANDE HAWAII and FORRIES FAVOURITE are worth a market check. Selections: #10 Staggerwing, #3 Get Up, #4 Grande Hawaii, #1 Energia HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1250m, Turf, R125,000, 12:40GMT+2

Race Summary: EBISU has been rested for 140 days, she stayed on well for third behind Calanque at Hollywoodbets Durbanville on the 27th of September, she is a young filly with lots of ability, if she doesn’t need the run badly on Saturday, she will be hard to beat. EPERNAY has been rested for 84 days, she ran a great race on debut behind One Dance on the 22nd of November, with natural improvement expected from this beautiful filly, she must have a big winning chance in this field. MEGHAN’S DIAMOND finished just over seven lengths behind Raffish Trend on the 21st of January, she was badly drawn on that occasion, from a good draw on Saturday, she will be competitive. RARE EARTH will need lots of luck in running from a poor draw, if the gaps open at the right time, she might be able to sneak into the places.

Selections: #2 EBISU, #4 EPERNAY, #1 MEGHAN’S DIAMOND, #10 RARE EARTH

Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R130.000, 13:00GMT+2 Race Summary: PRAYERSANDPROMISES was backed on debut and showed speed throughout to finish a close-up 3rd. He is open to any amount of improvement with that experience under the belt so could be hard to beat. Both SHERLOCK HOLMES and DEAR DOC fit a similar profile so they could improve to fight out the finish. EHHFIFTEENKJOE could also have a role to play if confirming the improvement of his latest outing. Selections: #7 Prayersandpromises, #3 Dear Doc, #8 Sherlock Holmes, #4 Ehhfifteenkjoe HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R125,000, 13:15GMT+2

Race Summary: IONA CASTLE ran a lovely race for second behind South Of France on the 17th of January, she is honest and she tries hard, she will be hard to beat, this looks to be the right race for her. PEACHES AND CREAM has been rested for 66 days, she was doing some good work late for fifth behind Her World on the 10th of December, the blinkers have been fitted, she will be competitive on her best form. HAZEL GREEN never runs a bad race, she stayed on well for third behind Seven No Trump on the 13th of January, there is no doubt she will be right there in the finish again, include her into all bets. REDLIGHT LANE ran a much better race on the 17th of January, she ran third behind South Of France and she was only beaten just over one length at the line, from a good draw, she should be amongst the places.

Selections: #9 IONA CASTLE, #5 PEACHES AND CREAM, #7 HAZEL GREEN, #2 REDLIGHT LANE

Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R105.000, 13:35GMT+2 Race Summary: MISS FANTASTIC justified betting support when running to finish a close-up 3rd on debut and she should play a leading role with natural improvement. TRADITIONAL BELIEF and WISPINTHEWILLOW also made promising introductions and will know more about it this time round. Newcomers PURPLE RAIN and MIRACULOUS MOMENT are attractively bred and could have a say in outcome, especially if the market speaks in their favour. VYFSTER is another well-bred first-timer worth keeping an eye on. Selections: #5 Miss Fantastic, #7 Purple Rain, #8 Traditional Belief, #1 Detailed Forecast HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R100,000, 13:50GMT+2

Race Summary: BONELLI must have a big winning chance in this field, he caught the eye late for second behind Prairie Dawn on the 21st of January at Hollywoodbets Durbanville, if he brings that performance to the races again, he will go close. PROTECTOR OF PEACE has run four good races in succession, he stayed on well for third behind Wave Of Glory on the 4th of January, he should enjoy the step up in trip to 1600m on Saturday, include him into all bets. DOUBLE DISTILLED quickened up nicely to run a good race behind Midway on the 21st of January, even though he is well tried in the maiden ranks, he looks to be in a good space at the moment, on his best form, he could make the finish interesting. OH SO ONEDERFUL ran a much better race at Hollywoodbets Durbanville on the 17th of January, he ran second in a driving finish behind Meet The King, it was his first run over some ground, the extra 200m on Saturday will help his chances, watch him closely.

Selections: #7 BONELLI, #3 PROTECTOR OF PEACE, #6 DOUBLE DISTILLED, #4 OH SO ONEDERFUL

Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R120.000, 14:10GMT+2 Race Summary: Improving TASKMASTER sets the standard on all exposed form and won’t need to improve much on his last-start 2nd to open his account. SKY PILOT, recently gelded STOKESY, and SCORPIO have the form and experience to acquit themselves competitively too. However, well-related WARNING LIGHT is bred to be useful and any market support would speak volumes of his chances on debut. Watch the betting! Selections: #3 Taskmaster, #8 Warning Light, #1 Sky Pilot, #4 Scorpio HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R120,000, 14:25GMT+2

Race Summary: JOU LEKKER DING has run two good races in succession, she quickened up smartly to finish third behind Dream Searcher on the 4th of January, the form of that race has worked out well, she will go close to winning from a good draw on Saturday. AMAYAH won her maiden impressively on the 21st of January, she is a beautiful looking filly with a great action, she can only improve with every start, include her into all bets. LARK’S SONG was given a great ride by jockey Andrew Fortune on the 13th of January at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth, she won a good race beating Homing Pigeon by a long neck, she is very well-bred, there is no doubt she will keep improving with more racing, watch her closely. HER WORLD has been rested for 66 days, she quickened up well to win a good race on the 10th of December, the blinkers have been fitted on Saturday, she will be storming home late.

Selections: #1 JOU LEKKER DING, #3 AMAYAH, #7 LARK’S SONG, #6 HER WORLD Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R150.000, 14:45GMT+2 Race Summary: CHAMPION WARRIOR and PAUL REVERE won at a higher level last time out so are likely to remain competitive in this grade, even under resultant penalties. The latter is worse off at the weights with SUNSET RIOT and DANTONFROMSANDTON, which brings those rivals into contention. Lightly raced IT’S PERSONAL is open to any amount of improvement stretching out to this trip for the first time so he may represent the value under 54.5kg. Stablemate SUPER AWESOME will relish this extended trip under bottom weight. Last-start winner SUTHERLAND and hard-knocker SALUTE THE FLAG have claims too. Selections: #7 It’s Personal, #9 Sutherland, #4 Sunset Riot, #8 Paul Revere HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R90,000, 15:00GMT+2

Race Summary: GRAVITY won well at Hollywoodbets Durbanville on the 21st of January, he was given five points for that win, if he gets some luck in running from a tricky draw on Saturday, he will go close to winning again. COUNTRY TIME was eating up the ground late behind Gravity last time, she ran a super race, now that she is better off at the weights, and she has a good draw, she definitely has a winning chance. SICILY had absolutely no luck in running behind Gravity on the 21st of January, he was a long way back turning for home, and the gaps only opened up late for him when he was low flying for third, he should get the run of the race on Saturday from a good draw, watch him closely. BONNE BOUCHE has run some fair races of late, jockey Andrew Fortune sticks with this mare, she has dropped even further in the ratings, if she gets away from the field at the right time, she will be hard to peg back.

Selections: #8 GRAVITY, #3 COUNTRY TIME, #1 SICILY, #7 BONNE BOUCHE Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R100.000, 15:20GMT+2 Race Summary: Consistent PEREGRINE FALCON was an unlucky 3rd over 1200m last time when fitted with blinkers for the first time. He was 2nd over this course and distance in his previous outing and a repeat of that performance with the headgear retained should suffice, especially with the aid of his rider’s 1.5kg allowance. OKLAHOMA SMOKESHOW is better off at the weights so should give the selection most to fear from gate No 1 under a 4kg claimer. Hard-knockers COMMANDER OF ALL, VAVA VEGAS and MOCHA FRAPPE can get involved too, along with handicap debutante (last-start maiden winner) WINDS OF GRACE. Selections: #1 Peregrine Falcon, #7 Oklahoma Smokeshow, #2 Mocha Frappe, #9 Vava Vegas HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R135,000, 15:40GMT+2

Race Summary: MARKETA has been rested for 91 days, she is much better than her recent form, the tongue tie has been removed, she is a speedy filly with lots of ability, if she bounces back to her best form from a good draw on Saturday, she can win a race like this. ALL IS GREEN stayed on well for third behind Dame Of Trix on the 13th of January at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth, the blinkers stay on, she definitely has a winning chance on her best form. SAACHI ONE ran a much better race at Hollywoodbets Durbanville on the 21st of January, she finished just under three lengths behind Wyze Declaration, she has dropped further in the ratings, and she has a good draw, watch for a big performance from this filly. WILLIAM’S WOMAN ran fifth in the same race as Saachi One last time, she has a low weight on her back on Saturday, and she has a neat draw, she will be there amongst the places at a decent price.

Selections: #1 MARKETA, #6 ALL IS GREEN, #4 SAACHI ONE, #3 WILLIAM’S WOMAN Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1800m, Turf, R400.000, 15:55GMT+2 Race Summary: Grade 3 feature in which FIRE ATTACK sets the standard and official ratings and on favourable weight terms. However, he returns from the Western Cape where he contested a prestigious Grade 1 so it remains to be seen what that race and travel took out of him. On their meeting in the Grade 1 Summer Cup over 2000m, OLIVIA’S WAY should pose more of a threat to the selection on these terms than THE ULTIMATE KING and BUSSTOPINHOUNSLOW (blinker strike). WILLY MEET AGAIN and PIONEER SQUARE have earning potential too. Selections: #1 Fire Attack, #6 Olivia’s Way, #2 The Ultimate King, #7 Willy Meet Again HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1250m, Turf, R80,000, 16:15GMT+2

Race Summary: LADY LOOK ALIKE finished just under two lengths behind Black Path on the 17th of January, she drops in trip on Saturday, and she has dropped further in the ratings, on her best form, she can win a race like this quite easily. STAR WORLD caught the eye late for third behind Wyze Declaration on the 21st of January, she absolutely loves Hollywoodbets Durbanville, top jockey Richard Fourie sticks with this filly from a good draw, she will go close to winning. BLACK ERIKA stayed on nicely for third behind True Horizon on the 4th of January, she is a young filly that is improving with racing, if the gaps open at the right time, she will be competitive. DU MAURIER drifted in the market badly last time, she finished just under two lengths behind Worldly on the 13th of January, she has dropped further in the ratings, and she has a good draw, watch for big improvement.

Selections: #4 LADY LOOK ALIKE, #3 STAR WORLD, #7 BLACK ERIKA, #2 DU MAURIER

Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R155.000, 16:30GMT+2 Race Summary: Cases can be made for most of these, though none appeals more than NIGHT BOMBER whose 1000m reappearance was encouraging and gave the impression that this extended trip will suit. Last-start winners THE SPECIALIST and ROLLWITHTHEPUNCHES remain competitive under 3-point penalties but respective runners-up SLINKY MAPIMPI and GIMMETHEGOODLIFE are better off at the weights so will likely make their presence felt on these terms. FROZEN FANTASY has recent course-and-distance form at this level and should have a role to play, even against male opposition. JERUSALEMA RAIN is dangerous to discount. Selections: #6 Night Bomber, #4 Frozen Fantasy, #8 The Specialist, #1 Slinky Mapimpi HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R175,000, 16:50GMT+2

Race Summary: JET FORCE is much better than his run in the Grade 1 L’Ormarins King’s Plate, he finished just over six lengths behind The Real Prince, even though he has a tricky draw here, he is very smart, with some luck in running, he will be hard to beat. BEWARE quickened up well to finish just under one length behind Roland Garros on the 10th of January, the yard thinks highly of this colt, he will be competitive from a good draw. POWERANDTHEGLORY must have a good each way chance in this field, he ran a great race for second behind Snow Pilot on the 31st of January, he is a beautiful looking gelding, include him into all bets. CAPTAIN WEST was heavily backed in the market when finishing fourth behind Kinda Wonderful on the 4th of January, he has dropped in the ratings, and the blinkers have been fitted, watch him closely.

Selections: #8 JET FORCE, #5 BEWARE, #6 POWERANDTHEGLORY, #3 CAPTAIN WEST Turffontein Standside, 14.02.2026, Race 9, Gallops, 1160m, Turf, R100.000, 17:05GMT+2 Race Summary: CAPTAIN SELVIE has solid recent form at a higher level, albeit in same-sex company. She races off an unchanged mark so will likely play a leading role, even against male opposition. ONE TIGER, ROYAL HORIZON and READY SET FIRE have the form and experience in this grade to pose a threat. However, recent course-and-distance maiden scorer SPACE MISSION could give the selection most to fear. He made marked improvement in first-time blinkers and remains open to further to progress on handicap debut with the headgear retained. Hard-knocker LONGSWORD isn’t underestimated either off his reduced mark. Selections: #1 Captain Selvie, #9 Space Mission, #3 Longsword, #13 Royal Horizon HOLLYWOODBETS DURBANVILLE, 14.02.2026, Race 9, Gallops, 1400m, Turf, R145,000, 17:25GMT+2

Race Summary: IT IS MY TIME ran a lovely race for fourth behind Foudre on the 4th of January at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth, he looks to be in a good space at the moment, the drop in trip to 1400m is key for this gelding on Saturday, he will go very close to winning. BOOGIEFIED has been rested for 108 days, he never runs a bad race, he was just touched off last time by Fox On The Run, if he doesn’t need the run badly, he will be right there in the finish. IRELAND FOREVER is much better than his last start, he finished just over four lengths behind Kelp Forest on the 10th of January, he will be switched off early from a bad draw, and he will be storming home late, include him into all bets. CARRIACOU has been rested for 63 days, ignore his last run, he finished just over nine lengths behind Mente Et Manu on the 13th of December, the drop in trip to 1400m will help this gelding, if he gets the right run, he will be competitive at a decent price.

Selections: #3 IT IS MY TIME, #7 BOOGIEFIED, #11 IRELAND FOREVER, #9 CARRIACOU Best Win: #1 PEREGRINE FALCON #2 EBISU Best Value Bet: #7 IT’S PERSONAL #3 IT IS MY TIME Best Longshot: #7 IT’S PERSONAL

France Express Form & Race Previews (Chantilly) – Friday, February 13

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RACE 1: DU CASTEL STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1800M – TIME: 18:23 PRIZE MONEY: EUR32000 Sagano (FR) Winner of last two starts, the latest of which was over 1800m on this course in Class 2 Condition on 31 January. Hat-trick chance. Apolide (FR) Finished second over 1600m on this course in Class 2 Condition on 21 January. Tries 1800m and should be competitive. Arden Mist (USA) Finished fifth over 1400m on this course in Class 2 Condition on 27 December . He should enjoy the rise in distance and cannot be discounted. Just For Meme (FR) Is better than latest when sixth over 2200m at Cagnes- Sur-Mer in Class 1 Condition on 24 January. Chance on previous form. RACE 2: DE PLAILLY STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1600M – TIME: 18:58 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700 Dobba (USA) Winner of last two starts, the latest of which was over 1300m at Deauville in Class 2 Handicap on 18 December . Hat-trick chance. Ferrari Fever (FR) Finished second over 1800m on this course in Class 2 Condition on 21 January. Four-time winner on this track and merits healthy respect. Les Petits Princes (FR) Finished second over 1600m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in Class 1 Condition on 24 January. Drawn in pole position and cannot be discounted. Poschiavo (FR) Finished sixth over 1800m at Chantilly in Condition Listed on 11 October . Returns from a rest and chance if fit. RACE 3: DU ROND POINT DES AIGLES STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 2700M – TIME: 19:33 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700 Sacred Spirit (IRE) Finished eighth in the Group 1 Qatar Prix du Cadran over 4000m at ParisLongchamp on 4 October. He is the class horse and if fit, should take a power of beating. May It Be (IRE) Finished second over 2600m on this course in Class 3 Condition on 10 January. She will strip much fitter and is a threat. Cassius (FR) Finished behind MAY IT BE (6) when third over 2600m on this course in Class 3 Condition on 10 January. There should not be much separating the pair at the finish. Barbate Victorious over 2400m at Deauville in Class 2 Handicap on 16 January. He has done well this winter and merits healthy respect. RACE 4: DE LA ROUTE DES PRINCES MAIDEN STAKES (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 2700M – TIME: 20:08 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16500 Libyan Knight Finished third over 3400m at Deauville in Class 3 Handicap on 23 January. Is back in Maiden company and may be the one to side with. Willower (FR) Finished second over 2400m at Deauville in Condition Maiden on 22 January. Alexis Pouchin rides and he is a threat. Mavilla Trois (FR) Finished fourth over 3000m at Pornichet in Condition Maiden on 19 January. She has scope and should be involved. Loup D’argent (FR) Finished fourth over 1600m in Germany on 15 November . Has first run on French soil and must be watched. RACE 5: DU CARREFOUR DES DEUX MARES HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1900M – TIME: 20:43 PRIZE MONEY: EUR17300 Antinea (FR) Two solid second placed runs this year , the most recent over the track and trip in a Class 3 Handicap on 31 January. Stall 13 to overcome but warrants respect. Zygfryd (FR) Good effort to be second over 1800m on 31 January in a Class 4 Handicap at this track last time out. Ought to be involved in the shake-up. Bech River (IRE) Placed third last time over the track and trip on 31 January in a Class 4 Handicap. One to look at each-way. Anonyme (FR) Fair fifth last time out over the track and trip on 31 January in a Class 3 Handicap. Holds leading each-way credentials. RACE 6: DE LA MARE DU MONT ALTA HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1900M – TIME: 21:18 PRIZE MONEY: EUR20200 Port Santa Ponsa (FR) Won on the latest start over 1800m on 31 January in a Class 4 Handicap and a win before that at Deauville in December . Seeking a hat-trick and is well drawn in stall 4. Player . Twin Boy (FR) Placed third over 1800m on 31 January in a Class 3 Handicap on the latest start. One to pay attention to. Bejar (FR) Unplaced last time, fourth previously over 1600m on 21 January in a Class 3 Handicap. Among the leading contenders. Orange Vif (FR) Finished fourth over 1800m on 31 January in a Class 3 Handicap at this track on the latest start. Capable of making the frame. RACE 7: DE LA MARE DES SOTS HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1900M – TIME: 21:53 PRIZE MONEY: EUR22100 Aslan Senora (FR) Good win over 1800m on 31 January at this track in a Class 3 Handicap when last seen. Likes this track and trip and is well drawn in stall 1. Carlston (FR) Finished a decent second over 1800m on 31 January in a Class 3 Handicap on his last run. Cannot be ignored despite a wide draw. Hartwood Man (FR) Placed third over 1800m on 31 January at this track in a Class 3 Handicap last time out and a win over track and trip before that in December . Player . Hamilton (FR) Ran well to be second over 1800m on 11 December in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly. Ought to be in the shake-up. RACE 8: DE LA MARE MADAME HANDICAP (FIBRESAND TRACK) – 1900M – TIME: 22:28 PRIZE MONEY: EUR28800 Zelzari (FR) Four solid efforts of late, second on the latter on 16 January at Deauville over 2400m in a Class 2 Handicap. Key chance. Sijoux (IRE) Placed second over 1800m on 23 January at Deauville in a Class 3 Handicap on her latest start. Stall 11 is a slight issue but warrants respect. Nootka Bay (FR) Placed sixth on his last run over 1800m on 23 January at Deauville in a Class 3 Handicap. Can be competitive. Gaillard (FR) Three unplaced runs of late, ninth at Deauville on 23 January over 1800m in a Class 3 Handicap on his last run. He has each-way claims if back on track.

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