RACE 1: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE MARSEILLE MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 1) – 1800M | TIME: 17:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
LA REINE CHRIS (IRE) Threatening to win and was runner-up on debut in a Condition over this track and trip on 29 September. Can go one place better. GRISY APRIL (FR) Not disgraced when third in a Maiden at Vichy over 2000m on 21 September. Can get involved with the finish once again. BURNT ORANGE (FR) A two-year-old filly by Pinatubo out of Off The Coast who is making debut. Dam won twice in just 8 starts. Can be a threat. TRUE ALICE (FR) Came home fifth on debut in a Condition over this course and distance on 29 September. Likely to improve and is not out of it.
RACE 2: PRIX REGION SUD – PROVENCE – ALPES COTE D’AZUR HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 2) – 2600M | TIME: 18:02 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
HUGO CABRET (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Salon-De-Provence over 2400m on 25 September. Very consistent and has a big chance. DERNI CHOP (FR) Victorious in a Handicap at Salon-De- Provence over 2400m on 25 September. Carries a penalty but is a threat once again. THE MAGPIE (FR) Very consistent and finished second in a Class 3 at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 15 September. Can be competitive once again. RITZY ROXY (FR) Came home fifth in a Maiden at Compiegne over 2000m on 15 September. Did better before that and is not out of it.
RACE 3: PRIX SALAUN HOLIDAYS HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 3) – 1700M | TIME: 18:34 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
DAMIETTA (FR) Came home seventh in a Class 1 at this course over 2000m on 12 June. Returns from a break and could score over this shorter distance. CELAGO (FR) Consistent and finished third in a Maiden at Salon -De- Provence over 1800m on 14 September. Can contest the finish once again. COUNSELOR (FR) Shows promise and was third in a Handicap at this course over 2000m on 29 September. Can get involved with the finish. KILLWINING (FR) Successful in a Maiden at Vichy over 1600m on 22 September. Showed improvement and could have more to offer.
RACE 4: PRIX DELAHANTE – PELLEGRIN – FONDS EUROPEEN DE L’ELEVAGE LISTED STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 4) – 1700M | TIME: 19:06 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
PLEASETOMEETYOU (FR) Outclassed the opposition on debut in a Condition at this course over 1800m on 29 September. Looks capable of doubling up. BLACK ARMOR (FR) Victorious second time out in a Maiden at Salon- De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Improving and could be a threat. WITCHWAY (FR) Came home seventh in a Listed at Craon over 1600m on 5 September. Successful before that and could contest the finish. LITERARY SONG (FR) Threatening another victory and was runner-up in a Class 2 at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can be a threat yet again.
RACE 5: PRIX FONDATION CLAUDE POMPIDOU MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 5) – 1800M | TIME: 19:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
WOODSTARS (FR) Knocking at the door and was runner-up in a Maiden at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can go one place better. STARSHIP (FR) Not disgraced when third on debut in a Condition over this track and trip on 29 September. Should be right there once again. KINI (FR) Came home fifth on debut in a Condition at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 12 September. Can earn some money. NOOR AL AYN (FR) Has some fair form and was third in a Maiden at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can be competitive.
RACE 6: GRAND PRIX DE MARSEILLE – 14E ETAPE DEFI DU GALOP – G. CAMPRUBI – FEE LISTED STAKES (3YO+) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 6) – 2000M | TIME: 20:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
HORIZON DORE (FR) Very consistent and was runner-up in a Listed at Strasbourg over 2000m on 20 September. Can go one place better. MERANO (SWI) Successful twice in a row, the latest in a Listed at Strasbourg over 2000m on 20 September. Can follow up. TESTIFY (FR) Showed some improvement when victorious in a Class 1 at Lyon- Parilly over 1600m on 26 September. Tougher task but might make the frame. BEVAN (FR) Holding form and came home fourth in a Class 2 at Angers Eventard over 2000m on 21 September. Can be a threat to these rivals.
RACE 7: PRIX PMU LE DRU HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 7) – 2600M | TIME: 20:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14400
LAGOONE CHOPE (FR) Holding form and finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 21 September. Could win a race of this nature. VINO (FR) Not disgraced when third in a Class 4 Handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2200m on 2 October. Consistent and should be involved with the finish once again. LONDON WAY (FR) Successful in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 2400m on 22 September. In good form and can be a threat under a penalty. SINGEL MALT (IRE) In good form and finished second in a Class 4 at Prunelli-Di-Fiumorbo over 2400m on 27 September. Tougher task but might play a minor role.
RACE 8: PRIX METROPOLE AIX – MARSEILLE – PROVENCE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 8) – 2600M | TIME: 21:32 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
SAN TEODORICO (FR) Returned to form whena runner-up in a Class 4 Handicap over this track and trip on 29 September. Capable of winninga race of this nature. HOWABOUTHATNOW (FR) Unreliable but was runner-up in a Class 4 at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 2 October. Can go one place better. VIKTHOR (FR) In good form and was runner- up in a Class 4 Handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 3200m on 26 September. Should fight for top honors again . SOUPIR Holding form and finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap over this course and distance on 29 September. Clearly not out of it.
France Express Form & Race Previews (Marseille-Borely) – Saturday, October 17
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RACE 1: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE MARSEILLE MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 1) – 1800M | TIME: 17:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
LA REINE CHRIS (IRE) Threatening to win and was runner-up on debut in a Condition over this track and trip on 29 September. Can go one place better. GRISY APRIL (FR) Not disgraced when third in a Maiden at Vichy over 2000m on 21 September. Can get involved with the finish once again. BURNT ORANGE (FR) A two-year-old filly by Pinatubo out of Off The Coast who is making debut. Dam won twice in just 8 starts. Can be a threat. TRUE ALICE (FR) Came home fifth on debut in a Condition over this course and distance on 29 September. Likely to improve and is not out of it.
RACE 2: PRIX REGION SUD – PROVENCE – ALPES COTE D’AZUR HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 2) – 2600M | TIME: 18:02 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
HUGO CABRET (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Salon-De-Provence over 2400m on 25 September. Very consistent and has a big chance. DERNI CHOP (FR) Victorious in a Handicap at Salon-De- Provence over 2400m on 25 September. Carries a penalty but is a threat once again. THE MAGPIE (FR) Very consistent and finished second in a Class 3 at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 15 September. Can be competitive once again. RITZY ROXY (FR) Came home fifth in a Maiden at Compiegne over 2000m on 15 September. Did better before that and is not out of it.
RACE 3: PRIX SALAUN HOLIDAYS HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 3) – 1700M | TIME: 18:34 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
DAMIETTA (FR) Came home seventh in a Class 1 at this course over 2000m on 12 June. Returns from a break and could score over this shorter distance. CELAGO (FR) Consistent and finished third in a Maiden at Salon -De- Provence over 1800m on 14 September. Can contest the finish once again. COUNSELOR (FR) Shows promise and was third in a Handicap at this course over 2000m on 29 September. Can get involved with the finish. KILLWINING (FR) Successful in a Maiden at Vichy over 1600m on 22 September. Showed improvement and could have more to offer.
RACE 4: PRIX DELAHANTE – PELLEGRIN – FONDS EUROPEEN DE L’ELEVAGE LISTED STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 4) – 1700M | TIME: 19:06 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
PLEASETOMEETYOU (FR) Outclassed the opposition on debut in a Condition at this course over 1800m on 29 September. Looks capable of doubling up. BLACK ARMOR (FR) Victorious second time out in a Maiden at Salon- De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Improving and could be a threat. WITCHWAY (FR) Came home seventh in a Listed at Craon over 1600m on 5 September. Successful before that and could contest the finish. LITERARY SONG (FR) Threatening another victory and was runner-up in a Class 2 at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can be a threat yet again.
RACE 5: PRIX FONDATION CLAUDE POMPIDOU MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 5) – 1800M | TIME: 19:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
WOODSTARS (FR) Knocking at the door and was runner-up in a Maiden at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can go one place better. STARSHIP (FR) Not disgraced when third on debut in a Condition over this track and trip on 29 September. Should be right there once again. KINI (FR) Came home fifth on debut in a Condition at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 12 September. Can earn some money. NOOR AL AYN (FR) Has some fair form and was third in a Maiden at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can be competitive.
RACE 6: GRAND PRIX DE MARSEILLE – 14E ETAPE DEFI DU GALOP – G. CAMPRUBI – FEE LISTED STAKES (3YO+) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 6) – 2000M | TIME: 20:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
HORIZON DORE (FR) Very consistent and was runner-up in a Listed at Strasbourg over 2000m on 20 September. Can go one place better. MERANO (SWI) Successful twice in a row, the latest in a Listed at Strasbourg over 2000m on 20 September. Can follow up. TESTIFY (FR) Showed some improvement when victorious in a Class 1 at Lyon- Parilly over 1600m on 26 September. Tougher task but might make the frame. BEVAN (FR) Holding form and came home fourth in a Class 2 at Angers Eventard over 2000m on 21 September. Can be a threat to these rivals.
RACE 7: PRIX PMU LE DRU HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 7) – 2600M | TIME: 20:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14400
LAGOONE CHOPE (FR) Holding form and finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 21 September. Could win a race of this nature. VINO (FR) Not disgraced when third in a Class 4 Handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2200m on 2 October. Consistent and should be involved with the finish once again. LONDON WAY (FR) Successful in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 2400m on 22 September. In good form and can be a threat under a penalty. SINGEL MALT (IRE) In good form and finished second in a Class 4 at Prunelli-Di-Fiumorbo over 2400m on 27 September. Tougher task but might play a minor role.
RACE 8: PRIX METROPOLE AIX – MARSEILLE – PROVENCE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 8) – 2600M | TIME: 21:32 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
SAN TEODORICO (FR) Returned to form whena runner-up in a Class 4 Handicap over this track and trip on 29 September. Capable of winninga race of this nature. HOWABOUTHATNOW (FR) Unreliable but was runner-up in a Class 4 at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 2 October. Can go one place better. VIKTHOR (FR) In good form and was runner- up in a Class 4 Handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 3200m on 26 September. Should fight for top honors again . SOUPIR Holding form and finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap over this course and distance on 29 September. Clearly not out of it.
RACE 1: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE MARSEILLE MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 1) – 1800M | TIME: 17:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
LA REINE CHRIS (IRE) Threatening to win and was runner-up on debut in a Condition over this track and trip on 29 September. Can go one place better. GRISY APRIL (FR) Not disgraced when third in a Maiden at Vichy over 2000m on 21 September. Can get involved with the finish once again. BURNT ORANGE (FR) A two-year-old filly by Pinatubo out of Off The Coast who is making debut. Dam won twice in just 8 starts. Can be a threat. TRUE ALICE (FR) Came home fifth on debut in a Condition over this course and distance on 29 September. Likely to improve and is not out of it.
RACE 2: PRIX REGION SUD – PROVENCE – ALPES COTE D’AZUR HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 2) – 2600M | TIME: 18:02 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
HUGO CABRET (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Salon-De-Provence over 2400m on 25 September. Very consistent and has a big chance. DERNI CHOP (FR) Victorious in a Handicap at Salon-De- Provence over 2400m on 25 September. Carries a penalty but is a threat once again. THE MAGPIE (FR) Very consistent and finished second in a Class 3 at Lyon-Parilly over 2200m on 15 September. Can be competitive once again. RITZY ROXY (FR) Came home fifth in a Maiden at Compiegne over 2000m on 15 September. Did better before that and is not out of it.
RACE 3: PRIX SALAUN HOLIDAYS HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 3) – 1700M | TIME: 18:34 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
DAMIETTA (FR) Came home seventh in a Class 1 at this course over 2000m on 12 June. Returns from a break and could score over this shorter distance. CELAGO (FR) Consistent and finished third in a Maiden at Salon -De- Provence over 1800m on 14 September. Can contest the finish once again. COUNSELOR (FR) Shows promise and was third in a Handicap at this course over 2000m on 29 September. Can get involved with the finish. KILLWINING (FR) Successful in a Maiden at Vichy over 1600m on 22 September. Showed improvement and could have more to offer.
RACE 4: PRIX DELAHANTE – PELLEGRIN – FONDS EUROPEEN DE L’ELEVAGE LISTED STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 4) – 1700M | TIME: 19:06 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
PLEASETOMEETYOU (FR) Outclassed the opposition on debut in a Condition at this course over 1800m on 29 September. Looks capable of doubling up. BLACK ARMOR (FR) Victorious second time out in a Maiden at Salon- De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Improving and could be a threat. WITCHWAY (FR) Came home seventh in a Listed at Craon over 1600m on 5 September. Successful before that and could contest the finish. LITERARY SONG (FR) Threatening another victory and was runner-up in a Class 2 at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can be a threat yet again.
RACE 5: PRIX FONDATION CLAUDE POMPIDOU MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 5) – 1800M | TIME: 19:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
WOODSTARS (FR) Knocking at the door and was runner-up in a Maiden at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can go one place better. STARSHIP (FR) Not disgraced when third on debut in a Condition over this track and trip on 29 September. Should be right there once again. KINI (FR) Came home fifth on debut in a Condition at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 12 September. Can earn some money. NOOR AL AYN (FR) Has some fair form and was third in a Maiden at Salon-De-Provence over 1800m on 25 September. Can be competitive.
RACE 6: GRAND PRIX DE MARSEILLE – 14E ETAPE DEFI DU GALOP – G. CAMPRUBI – FEE LISTED STAKES (3YO+) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 6) – 2000M | TIME: 20:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 54900
HORIZON DORE (FR) Very consistent and was runner-up in a Listed at Strasbourg over 2000m on 20 September. Can go one place better. MERANO (SWI) Successful twice in a row, the latest in a Listed at Strasbourg over 2000m on 20 September. Can follow up. TESTIFY (FR) Showed some improvement when victorious in a Class 1 at Lyon- Parilly over 1600m on 26 September. Tougher task but might make the frame. BEVAN (FR) Holding form and came home fourth in a Class 2 at Angers Eventard over 2000m on 21 September. Can be a threat to these rivals.
RACE 7: PRIX PMU LE DRU HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 7) – 2600M | TIME: 20:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 14400
LAGOONE CHOPE (FR) Holding form and finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 2000m on 21 September. Could win a race of this nature. VINO (FR) Not disgraced when third in a Class 4 Handicap at Lyon-La Soie over 2200m on 2 October. Consistent and should be involved with the finish once again. LONDON WAY (FR) Successful in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 2400m on 22 September. In good form and can be a threat under a penalty. SINGEL MALT (IRE) In good form and finished second in a Class 4 at Prunelli-Di-Fiumorbo over 2400m on 27 September. Tougher task but might play a minor role.
RACE 8: PRIX METROPOLE AIX – MARSEILLE – PROVENCE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 8) – 2600M | TIME: 21:32 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
SAN TEODORICO (FR) Returned to form whena runner-up in a Class 4 Handicap over this track and trip on 29 September. Capable of winninga race of this nature. HOWABOUTHATNOW (FR) Unreliable but was runner-up in a Class 4 at Lyon-La Soie over 2400m on 2 October. Can go one place better. VIKTHOR (FR) In good form and was runner- up in a Class 4 Handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 3200m on 26 September. Should fight for top honors again . SOUPIR Holding form and finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap over this course and distance on 29 September. Clearly not out of it.
United Kingdom Express Form & Race Previews (Ascot/Southwell) – Saturday, October...
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RACE 1: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS DAY TWO-YEAR-OLD CONDITIONS STAKES (GBB RACE) (2) (FROM ASCOT RACE 1) – 1207M | TIME: 19:55 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 250000
INNER CITY BLUES (IRE) Chased leaders, shaken up 400m out, edged right 200m out, weakened final 200m, finished 5th, 4 lengths behind Orthodox at Newmarket 1200m in September. ARAP AHO GOLD (IRE) Bumped start, keen, midfield, ridden last 400m, pressed leaders, finished 3rd, 0.5 lengths behind Nabati at 1200m Newbury in September. NIGHT IN VEGAS (IRE) Prominent led early, pushed strongly over 200m out , won decisively by 2.75 lengths at Newmarket 1400m 2YO Auction in October. SATELLITE OF LOVE (IRE) Prominent, led over 600m out, took lead 200m out, faltered near finish, won by 1.25 lengths at Redcar 1200m Limited Stakes in October.
RACE 2: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS LONG DISTANCE CUP (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 2) – 3209M | TIME: 20:30 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 500000
CABALLO DE MAR (IRE) Won at ParisLongchamp 4000m Group 1, beating Scandinavia by neck in October. HIGHWAYMAN (FR) Midfield, made progress 600m out, led 400m out, drifted right, won well at Doncaster 2900m by 2.5 lengths in September. QUEENSTOWN (IRE) Finished 3rd, 4 lengths behind Caballo De Mar at ParisLongchamp 4000m Group 1 Turf in October. MOUNT ATLAS Wore hood, held up, gained ground over 600m out, ridden past 200m, weakened inside final 200m, finished 3rd, 3.5 lengths behind winner at York 3200m in August.
RACE 3: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS SPRINT STAKES (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 3) – 1207M | TIME: 21:05 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 500000
ALMERAQ Wore hood, held rear, switched near side from 400m , led inside final 200m, won strongly by clear margin at Haydock 1200m Group 1 in September. KIND OF BLUE Led early, tracked closely, took lead with 200m to go, ridden out final 100m, won Kempton 1200m Stakes by 0.75 lengths in September. SAMANGAN (IRE) Finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind True Love at ParisLongchamp 1400m Group 1 in October. DIVISION Held up at rear, ridden 400m out, finished 4th, 3 lengths behind winner Hidden Force at Ascot 1200m Group 3 in October.
RACE 4: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS FILLIES & MARES STAKES (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 4) – 2406M | TIME: 21:40 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 500000
KALPANA Finished 5th, 8 lengths behind Daryz at ParisLongchamp 2400m Group 1 in October. LILT Mid- division, moved up to 3rd in final 200m, finished 2nd, 1.5 lengths behind winner Thundering On at Curragh 2000m Group 2 in September. MINNIE HAUK (IRE) Finished 10th, 7 lengths behind Daryz over 2400m at ParisLongchamp Group 1 in October. JOHANNA WALSH (IRE) Prominent, followed leader after 600m, faded after 400m, finished 6th, 9 lengths behind Kalpana at York 2400m Group 1 in August.
RACE 5: QUEEN ELIZABETH II STAKES (SPONSORED BY QATAR RACING) (GROUP 1) (STR) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 5) – 1609M | TIME: 22:20 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 1100000
TALK OF NEW YORK Travelled well near side, led with 400m to go, pushed clear in final 200m, won easily by 5 lengths at Newmarket 1600m Group 2 in September. GSTAAD Finished 3rd, 7 lengths behind Erdenali at ParisLongchamp 1600m Group 1 in September. RAYIF (IRE) Won 1600m Group 1 at Deauville, beating Zeus Olympios by neck in August. TEN BOB TONY (IRE) Finished 2nd, 1.25 lengths behind Erdenali over ParisLongchamp 1600m Group 1 in September.
RACE 6: QATAR RACING CHAMPION STAKES (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 6) – 2004M | TIME: 23:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 1300000
CALANDAGAN (IRE) Started rear, advanced 800m out, moved outside, pushed for progress 400m out, finished 2nd, 1.5 lengths behind Kalpana at Ascot 2400m Group 1 in July. OMBUDSMAN (IRE) Held back, gained steadily over 600m, challenged at 400m, weakened inside final 200m, finished 4th, 5 lengths behind winner at York 2000m in August. BAY CITY ROLLER (IRE) Finished 2nd, 1.25 lengths behind Daryz at ParisLongchamp 2400m Group 1 in October. ALMAQAM Slow start, tracked leaders at 800m, 6th before 200m, finished 4th, 2.25 lengths behind Hotazhell at Leopardstown 2000m Group 1 in September.
RACE 7: BALMORAL HANDICAP (SPONSORED BY QATAR RACING) (STR) (2) (FROM ASCOT RACE 7) – 1609M | TIME: 23:35 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 200000
GAVRIEL Wore hood, raced midfield near side, gained over 400m, challenged leader over 200m, finished 4th, 0.5 lengths behind winner at Newmarket 1800m Handicap in September. SCOVILLE Wore earplugs, held up near rear, smooth progress over 200m, led inside final 200m, won Doncaster 1600m Handicap, beating Moonfall by 0.75 lengths in September. CROWN OF OAKS Soon tracked 2nd, ridden over 400m out, kept on well, finished 2nd, 1.75 lengths behind Cerro Blanco at Sandown 1600m Listed Stakes in September. PERSICA (IRE) Wore hood, raced center, chased leader 400m out, maintained pace, finished 3rd, 5 lengths behind Talk Of New York at Newmarket 1600m in September.
RACE 8: DANCE THROUGH THE DECADES CHRISTMAS PARTIES FILLIES’ HANDICAP (4) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 2) – 1622M | TIME: 00:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 10800
THE THIRD STAR Chased leaders, pushed 400m out, led before final 200m, won by 2.25 lengths at Southwell 1600m Handicap in September. ALWAYS HAPPY (IRE) Tracked, challenged wide over 200m out, finished 2 nd, 3 lengths behind Flagpole at Wolverhampton 1800m in May. GRANITEVILLE (IRE) Ridden midfield, advanced 400m out, led inside final 100m, won Southwell 1400m by 1 length over Arabian Summer in October. RADIANCE Wore hood, led early, ridden over 400m out, headed last 100m, faded to finish 6th, 2.25 lengths behind Prosperity at Newmarket 1600m Handicap in September.
RACE 9: SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER GENTS NIGHT HANDICAP (DIV 1) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 3) – 1422M | TIME: 00:30 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8400
KODY B (IRE) Always led, ridden 400m out, stayed strongly, won at Newcastle 1400m 3YO Handicap, beating Espanita by 0.5 lengths in October. SPLIT ELEVENS Stayed rear, gained from 400m out, hung left near 200m, finished 1 length 2nd to Shes Got The Blues at Brighton 1400m Handicap in September. KING OF YORK (IRE) Stayed towards rear, never involved, finished 6th behind Spirit Lead Me over 1600m Handicap in October. ENPASSANT (IRE) Stayed close, weakened 400m out, finished 9th, 12 lengths behind Spirit Lead Me over 1600m Handicap at Southwell in October.
RACE 10: SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER GENTS NIGHT HANDICAP (DIV 2) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 4) – 1422M | TIME: 01:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8400
ENCORE (FR) Wore hood, led from early, ridden 400m out, pulled 2.25 lengths clear to win Kempton 1200m in September. ALWAYS BLUE Led with strong pace, 3 lengths clear 400m out, faded after 200m, finished 3rd, 2 lengths behind winner at Pontefract 1600m Handicap in October. SHAW PARK (IRE) Tracked leaders, pushed 400m out, led over 200m, headed late, finished 2nd, 0.75 lengths behind Spirit Lead Me at Southwell 1600m Handicap in October. SHOW ME GOLD Midfield, improved last 200m, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind Tasdeed in 1400m Handicap at Southwell in September.
RACE 11: CELEBRATE WITH SPONSORSHIP AT SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (GBB RACE) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 5) – 1223M | TIME: 01:30 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8000
FULLY STOCKED (IRE) Wore red hood, close behind, pushed 400m out, ridden over 200m, finished 3.5 lengths 2nd to Dontworryaboutme at Southwell 1400m Novice Stakes in October. PALMS OASIS Mid-division, moved up to 4th, hung left over 200m out, no impact in final 200m, finished 4th, 3 lengths behind Lady Henshaw at Southwell 1200m Novice Stakes in September. ARDAD APOLLO Slow start, midfield, improved 400m out, stayed on in final 200m, finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind winner at Beverley 1000m Novice Stakes in September. ESPRESSO BREEZE Dwelt at rear, pushed past 200m, never involved, finished 9th, 6 lengths behind Big Tribe over 1200m at Newcastle in October .
RACE 12: WINTER LADIES NIGHT SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP (6) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 6) – 1223M | TIME: 02:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 7200
BEACH PARTEE Tracked rear, challenged 400m out, disputed lead 2 00m out, blocked inside last 100m, finished 3rd, 0.75 lengths behind My Mate Mackley at Brighton 1200m Handicap in October. LAVENDER BLOOM (IRE) Pressed leader, challenged 400m out, no extra final 200m, finished 2nd, 1.25 lengths behind Reality Queen at Bath 1200m Handicap in July. BLACK MISSILE (IRE) Towards rear, blocked 400m out, switched and ridden 200m out, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind Go Victor at Beverley 1000m Handicap in September. DANCE FANTASY (IRE) Mid-division, 3rd before halfway, weakened in final 200m, finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind winner in 1200m Handicap at Newcastle in October.
RACE 1: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS DAY TWO-YEAR-OLD CONDITIONS STAKES (GBB RACE) (2) (FROM ASCOT RACE 1) – 1207M | TIME: 19:55 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 250000
INNER CITY BLUES (IRE) Chased leaders, shaken up 400m out, edged right 200m out, weakened final 200m, finished 5th, 4 lengths behind Orthodox at Newmarket 1200m in September. ARAP AHO GOLD (IRE) Bumped start, keen, midfield, ridden last 400m, pressed leaders, finished 3rd, 0.5 lengths behind Nabati at 1200m Newbury in September. NIGHT IN VEGAS (IRE) Prominent led early, pushed strongly over 200m out , won decisively by 2.75 lengths at Newmarket 1400m 2YO Auction in October. SATELLITE OF LOVE (IRE) Prominent, led over 600m out, took lead 200m out, faltered near finish, won by 1.25 lengths at Redcar 1200m Limited Stakes in October.
RACE 2: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS LONG DISTANCE CUP (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 2) – 3209M | TIME: 20:30 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 500000
CABALLO DE MAR (IRE) Won at ParisLongchamp 4000m Group 1, beating Scandinavia by neck in October. HIGHWAYMAN (FR) Midfield, made progress 600m out, led 400m out, drifted right, won well at Doncaster 2900m by 2.5 lengths in September. QUEENSTOWN (IRE) Finished 3rd, 4 lengths behind Caballo De Mar at ParisLongchamp 4000m Group 1 Turf in October. MOUNT ATLAS Wore hood, held up, gained ground over 600m out, ridden past 200m, weakened inside final 200m, finished 3rd, 3.5 lengths behind winner at York 3200m in August.
RACE 3: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS SPRINT STAKES (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 3) – 1207M | TIME: 21:05 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 500000
ALMERAQ Wore hood, held rear, switched near side from 400m , led inside final 200m, won strongly by clear margin at Haydock 1200m Group 1 in September. KIND OF BLUE Led early, tracked closely, took lead with 200m to go, ridden out final 100m, won Kempton 1200m Stakes by 0.75 lengths in September. SAMANGAN (IRE) Finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind True Love at ParisLongchamp 1400m Group 1 in October. DIVISION Held up at rear, ridden 400m out, finished 4th, 3 lengths behind winner Hidden Force at Ascot 1200m Group 3 in October.
RACE 4: QATAR RACING BRITISH CHAMPIONS FILLIES & MARES STAKES (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 4) – 2406M | TIME: 21:40 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 500000
KALPANA Finished 5th, 8 lengths behind Daryz at ParisLongchamp 2400m Group 1 in October. LILT Mid- division, moved up to 3rd in final 200m, finished 2nd, 1.5 lengths behind winner Thundering On at Curragh 2000m Group 2 in September. MINNIE HAUK (IRE) Finished 10th, 7 lengths behind Daryz over 2400m at ParisLongchamp Group 1 in October. JOHANNA WALSH (IRE) Prominent, followed leader after 600m, faded after 400m, finished 6th, 9 lengths behind Kalpana at York 2400m Group 1 in August.
RACE 5: QUEEN ELIZABETH II STAKES (SPONSORED BY QATAR RACING) (GROUP 1) (STR) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 5) – 1609M | TIME: 22:20 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 1100000
TALK OF NEW YORK Travelled well near side, led with 400m to go, pushed clear in final 200m, won easily by 5 lengths at Newmarket 1600m Group 2 in September. GSTAAD Finished 3rd, 7 lengths behind Erdenali at ParisLongchamp 1600m Group 1 in September. RAYIF (IRE) Won 1600m Group 1 at Deauville, beating Zeus Olympios by neck in August. TEN BOB TONY (IRE) Finished 2nd, 1.25 lengths behind Erdenali over ParisLongchamp 1600m Group 1 in September.
RACE 6: QATAR RACING CHAMPION STAKES (GROUP 1) (G1) (FROM ASCOT RACE 6) – 2004M | TIME: 23:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 1300000
CALANDAGAN (IRE) Started rear, advanced 800m out, moved outside, pushed for progress 400m out, finished 2nd, 1.5 lengths behind Kalpana at Ascot 2400m Group 1 in July. OMBUDSMAN (IRE) Held back, gained steadily over 600m, challenged at 400m, weakened inside final 200m, finished 4th, 5 lengths behind winner at York 2000m in August. BAY CITY ROLLER (IRE) Finished 2nd, 1.25 lengths behind Daryz at ParisLongchamp 2400m Group 1 in October. ALMAQAM Slow start, tracked leaders at 800m, 6th before 200m, finished 4th, 2.25 lengths behind Hotazhell at Leopardstown 2000m Group 1 in September.
RACE 7: BALMORAL HANDICAP (SPONSORED BY QATAR RACING) (STR) (2) (FROM ASCOT RACE 7) – 1609M | TIME: 23:35 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 200000
GAVRIEL Wore hood, raced midfield near side, gained over 400m, challenged leader over 200m, finished 4th, 0.5 lengths behind winner at Newmarket 1800m Handicap in September. SCOVILLE Wore earplugs, held up near rear, smooth progress over 200m, led inside final 200m, won Doncaster 1600m Handicap, beating Moonfall by 0.75 lengths in September. CROWN OF OAKS Soon tracked 2nd, ridden over 400m out, kept on well, finished 2nd, 1.75 lengths behind Cerro Blanco at Sandown 1600m Listed Stakes in September. PERSICA (IRE) Wore hood, raced center, chased leader 400m out, maintained pace, finished 3rd, 5 lengths behind Talk Of New York at Newmarket 1600m in September.
RACE 8: DANCE THROUGH THE DECADES CHRISTMAS PARTIES FILLIES’ HANDICAP (4) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 2) – 1622M | TIME: 00:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 10800
THE THIRD STAR Chased leaders, pushed 400m out, led before final 200m, won by 2.25 lengths at Southwell 1600m Handicap in September. ALWAYS HAPPY (IRE) Tracked, challenged wide over 200m out, finished 2 nd, 3 lengths behind Flagpole at Wolverhampton 1800m in May. GRANITEVILLE (IRE) Ridden midfield, advanced 400m out, led inside final 100m, won Southwell 1400m by 1 length over Arabian Summer in October. RADIANCE Wore hood, led early, ridden over 400m out, headed last 100m, faded to finish 6th, 2.25 lengths behind Prosperity at Newmarket 1600m Handicap in September.
RACE 9: SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER GENTS NIGHT HANDICAP (DIV 1) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 3) – 1422M | TIME: 00:30 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8400
KODY B (IRE) Always led, ridden 400m out, stayed strongly, won at Newcastle 1400m 3YO Handicap, beating Espanita by 0.5 lengths in October. SPLIT ELEVENS Stayed rear, gained from 400m out, hung left near 200m, finished 1 length 2nd to Shes Got The Blues at Brighton 1400m Handicap in September. KING OF YORK (IRE) Stayed towards rear, never involved, finished 6th behind Spirit Lead Me over 1600m Handicap in October. ENPASSANT (IRE) Stayed close, weakened 400m out, finished 9th, 12 lengths behind Spirit Lead Me over 1600m Handicap at Southwell in October.
RACE 10: SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER GENTS NIGHT HANDICAP (DIV 2) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 4) – 1422M | TIME: 01:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8400
ENCORE (FR) Wore hood, led from early, ridden 400m out, pulled 2.25 lengths clear to win Kempton 1200m in September. ALWAYS BLUE Led with strong pace, 3 lengths clear 400m out, faded after 200m, finished 3rd, 2 lengths behind winner at Pontefract 1600m Handicap in October. SHAW PARK (IRE) Tracked leaders, pushed 400m out, led over 200m, headed late, finished 2nd, 0.75 lengths behind Spirit Lead Me at Southwell 1600m Handicap in October. SHOW ME GOLD Midfield, improved last 200m, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind Tasdeed in 1400m Handicap at Southwell in September.
RACE 11: CELEBRATE WITH SPONSORSHIP AT SOUTHWELL RACECOURSE RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (GBB RACE) (5) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 5) – 1223M | TIME: 01:30 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 8000
FULLY STOCKED (IRE) Wore red hood, close behind, pushed 400m out, ridden over 200m, finished 3.5 lengths 2nd to Dontworryaboutme at Southwell 1400m Novice Stakes in October. PALMS OASIS Mid-division, moved up to 4th, hung left over 200m out, no impact in final 200m, finished 4th, 3 lengths behind Lady Henshaw at Southwell 1200m Novice Stakes in September. ARDAD APOLLO Slow start, midfield, improved 400m out, stayed on in final 200m, finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind winner at Beverley 1000m Novice Stakes in September. ESPRESSO BREEZE Dwelt at rear, pushed past 200m, never involved, finished 9th, 6 lengths behind Big Tribe over 1200m at Newcastle in October .
RACE 12: WINTER LADIES NIGHT SATURDAY 28TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP (6) (FROM SOUTHWELL RACE 6) – 1223M | TIME: 02:00 | PRIZE MONEY: GBP 7200
BEACH PARTEE Tracked rear, challenged 400m out, disputed lead 2 00m out, blocked inside last 100m, finished 3rd, 0.75 lengths behind My Mate Mackley at Brighton 1200m Handicap in October. LAVENDER BLOOM (IRE) Pressed leader, challenged 400m out, no extra final 200m, finished 2nd, 1.25 lengths behind Reality Queen at Bath 1200m Handicap in July. BLACK MISSILE (IRE) Towards rear, blocked 400m out, switched and ridden 200m out, finished 3rd, 3 lengths behind Go Victor at Beverley 1000m Handicap in September. DANCE FANTASY (IRE) Mid-division, 3rd before halfway, weakened in final 200m, finished 5th, 3.5 lengths behind winner in 1200m Handicap at Newcastle in October.
France Express Form & Race Previews (Fontainebleau/Toulouse) – Friday, October 16
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RACE 1: PRIX DES CHEVREUILS CLAIMING STAKES (4YO+) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 4) – 1400M | TIME: 20:53 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
X RAYS (IRE) Finished eighth over 1600m in Madrid, Spain on 20 September. Has been running against stronger and should put up a decent effort on Claimer debut. CROWDFUNDING (FR) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 4 Handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 5 October. Has produced good results at this course and is in good form. CREW DRAGON (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Claimer at Argentan over 1300m on 1 October. Finished in front of CROWDFUNDING (1) in that but is now 3kg worse off and will battle to repeat that success. DANELO (IRE) Ran seventh in a Claimer at Fontainebleau over 1400m on 20 September . Won previous start with Maxime Guyon up and should have a say in the finish again.
RACE 2: PRIX DES BICHES HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 5) – 2200M | TIME: 21:28 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
GOLD STANDARD (FR) Tad lowkey last time on 20 September, second previously over 1800m in a Handicap at Deauville on 27 August. Player. CHIPRANA (FR) Finished third in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 20 September. Cannot be discounted. BIG VICTOR (FR) Successful in a Maiden at Cazaubon-Barbotan over 1800m on 4 October when last seen. Ought to be in the shake-up . BROMUS (FR) Fourth in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 20 September. Has to enter calculations.
RACE 3: PRIX DES BRIQUES DU CAPITOLE STAKES (2YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 1) – 1600M | TIME: 21:45 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
VIA REGINA (FR) A two-year-old filly by Kingman out of Via Pisa who is making her debut. Her dam won twice including a Listed. Can score. MAJESTIC SKY (IRE) A two-year-old filly by Starman out of Baylasan who is making her debut. Her dam was unraced in France. Can be a threat. ITOS (FR) A two-year-old colt by Recoletos out of Indyca who is making his debut. His dam was unraced in France. Can challenge for top honors. DAYTRIPPER (FR) A two-year-old filly by Victor Ludorum out of Inexplicable Image who is making her debut. Her dam won twice in 17 starts. Could make the frame.
RACE 4: PRIX ARTUS DE MAILLE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 6) – 2200M | TIME: 22:03 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 20200
SARENZO (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Maiden at Senonnes- Pouance over 2000m on 19 September. Progressive and can win again. SPRING LAUREL (FR) Got off the mark in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 20 September on latest start. Can make presence felt. NOVA DU CHENET (FR) Came home fourth in a Handicap at Le Mans over 2000m on 11 September on latest outing. Can make the top-three. PADOVA (IRE) Finished a fair second in a Handicap at Craon over 2400m on 28 September. One to keep onside.
RACE 5: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE BALMA HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 2) – 1600M | TIME: 22:20 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
KOMET CHOP (FR) Unplaced in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 2 July. Returns from a break but can bounce back to score if fit enough. LE LEGIONNAIRE (FR) Returned to form and finished fourth in a Class 2 Condition at this course over 2000m on 23 September . Drops in distance but is capable of scoring. LACE FLOWER (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Maiden at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 28 September. Capable of doubling up on Handicap debut. SARDINIAN RULER (IRE) In good shape and finished third in a Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 24 September. Can fight out the finish again.
RACE 6: PRIX DE LA MARE AUX EVEES CLAIMING STAKES (3YO) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 7) – 1200M | TIME: 22:38 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 22100
ZAHARA (FR) Unplaced in a Handicap at Deauville over 1200m on 15 August. Capable of making amends and playa leading role. LIKE LINDY (USA) Fifth in a Claimer at Argentan over 1300m on 1 October and two placed runs before that. Can have a say in the finish. HOLLIE WOOD (FR) Finished eighth in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 7 October, and a creditable second before that at Chantilly on 14 September. Merits close attention. TERRA PROXIMA (FR) Fifth in a Claimer at Chantilly over 1200m on 14 September. Lightly raced and has more to come.
RACE 7: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE BLAGNAC HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 3) – 1400M | TIME: 22:55 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
SISSY DU GROHO (FR) Not disgraced when fifth in a Class 3 at La Teste De Buch over 1400m on 24 September. Capable of doing better and has claims. SOUVENIR D’ECAJEUL (FR) In good shape and finished fourth in a Class 3 Handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 28 September. Should fight out the finish. GENTLEMAN BEAUTY (FR) Finished tenth in a Class 3 Handicap at La Teste De Buch over 1600m on 5 September. Capable of doing better and is not out of it. FILLE D’ARGENTINE (FR) On a long losing run and finished eighth in a Claimer at this course over 2000m on 23 September. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 8: PRIX DU SOUTIEN A LA FORET DE FONTAINEBLEAU HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 8) – 1200M | TIME: 23:13 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
CLEAN BOWLED (FR) Unseated rider leaving the stalls in a Class 4 on 27 September, second before that at Saint-Cloud over 1200m in a Class 4 on 24 April. Key chance. HUR CAT (FR) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. In form and can make presence felt. LES TROIS VALLEES (FR) Finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap at Compiegne over 1800m on 24 September on latest start. Hard to rule out. HY DREAM (FR) Third in a Class 4 Handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 29 September. Capable of being competitive.
RACE 9: PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES DE CRAON HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 4) – 3000M | TIME: 23:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
MEDITERRANEA BLUES Unreliable but was runner-up in a Handicap over this track and trip on 23 September. Can go one better. LORENZO DE MEDICI (FR) Not reliable and finished twelve in a Handicap at Compiegne over 2800m on 15 September. Cannot be ruled out on best form. VOILA POURQUOI (FR) Returned to form when third in a Handicap over this course and distance on 23 September. Can contest the finish once again. YOGUI (FR) Returned to form and finished fourth in a Handicap at this course over 2400m on 2 September. Can make the frame once again.
RACE 10: PRIX DE LA MALMONTAGNE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 9) – 1200M | TIME: 23:48 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21100
RED GUST (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Races off a good racing weight and can get off the mark. IMPITOYABLE (FR) Excellent runner-up in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Capable of a bold show. BACCHILIDE Fourth in a Class 4 Handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 5 October when last seen . Each-way must. FUCHSIA Finished fourth on latest start at Chantilly over 1200m in a Class 3 on 19 September. Can be involved at the finish.
RACE 11: PRIX DE LAHARIE MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 5) – 1200M | TIME: 00:05 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
GOUYAR (IRE) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Condition at La Teste over 1400m on 28 September. Should make a bold bid for victory. SCATY CHOP (FR) Consistent and finished fourth in a Condition at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1400m on 28 September. Could contest the finish. ALFIYA (FR) In good shape and finished fourth in a Condition at Craon over 1300m on 28 September. Can make the frame once again. LISAN AL GAIB (FR) Finished eleventh on debut in a Condition at La Teste over 1600m on 12 September. Tries sprinting and could be a threat.
RACE 12: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE RAMONVILLE CLAIMING STAKES (3YO+) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 6) – 2000M | TIME: 00:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 15400
GREY TORNADO (FR) In good shape and finished third in this division at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 25 May. Returns froma break and can score if fi tenough. ALPAGE (FR) Has struggled of late and finished ninth in a Condition at this course over 2400m on 2 September. Always a threat in this division and must be respected. KNUCKLE (FR) Improved after a break and was runner-up in a Class 3 Condition at Deauville over 1800m on 22 August. Should contest the finish. BELLE ANSE (FR) Unreliable but was victorious in a Condition at Cazaubon over 1900m on 4 October. Could be a lively danger in this line-up.
RACE 13: COUPE DES POULAINS ET DES POULICHES STAKES (2YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 7) – 1600M | TIME: 01:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 24700
TOMTIT (FR) Successful on second start in a Condition over this track and trip on 16 September. Capable of following up. ALL WOOTTON (FR) Improving and won on second start in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 15 September. Should make a bold bid for victory. FRISSONANTE (IRE) Victorious on third start in a Condition at La Teste over 1600m on 26 August. Can fight it out for top honors again. SARMAD (FR) Improving and was not disgraced when third in a Class 2 Condition at Dax over 1400m on 2 October. Can get involved in the finish once again.
RACE 14: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE SAINT-ORENS HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 8) – 2400M | TIME: 01:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
DERBYCAT (IRE) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Handicap at Compiegne over 2400m on 24 September. Can win a race of this nature. AU DELA DES MERS (FR) Returned to form when runner-up in a Handicap at this course over 2200m on 28 September. Can contest the finish once again. FREJULFE (FR) Improving and has won two in a row, the latest in a Handicap at this course over 2200m on 23 September. Carries a penalty but can complete the hat-trick. LOVING QUEEN (FR) Not reliable and finished last of sixth in a Class 3 Condition at Compiegne over 2400m on 15 September. Capable of bouncing back to score.
RACE 1: PRIX DES CHEVREUILS CLAIMING STAKES (4YO+) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 4) – 1400M | TIME: 20:53 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
X RAYS (IRE) Finished eighth over 1600m in Madrid, Spain on 20 September. Has been running against stronger and should put up a decent effort on Claimer debut. CROWDFUNDING (FR) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 4 Handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 5 October. Has produced good results at this course and is in good form. CREW DRAGON (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Claimer at Argentan over 1300m on 1 October. Finished in front of CROWDFUNDING (1) in that but is now 3kg worse off and will battle to repeat that success. DANELO (IRE) Ran seventh in a Claimer at Fontainebleau over 1400m on 20 September . Won previous start with Maxime Guyon up and should have a say in the finish again.
RACE 2: PRIX DES BICHES HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 5) – 2200M | TIME: 21:28 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
GOLD STANDARD (FR) Tad lowkey last time on 20 September, second previously over 1800m in a Handicap at Deauville on 27 August. Player. CHIPRANA (FR) Finished third in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 20 September. Cannot be discounted. BIG VICTOR (FR) Successful in a Maiden at Cazaubon-Barbotan over 1800m on 4 October when last seen. Ought to be in the shake-up . BROMUS (FR) Fourth in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 20 September. Has to enter calculations.
RACE 3: PRIX DES BRIQUES DU CAPITOLE STAKES (2YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 1) – 1600M | TIME: 21:45 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
VIA REGINA (FR) A two-year-old filly by Kingman out of Via Pisa who is making her debut. Her dam won twice including a Listed. Can score. MAJESTIC SKY (IRE) A two-year-old filly by Starman out of Baylasan who is making her debut. Her dam was unraced in France. Can be a threat. ITOS (FR) A two-year-old colt by Recoletos out of Indyca who is making his debut. His dam was unraced in France. Can challenge for top honors. DAYTRIPPER (FR) A two-year-old filly by Victor Ludorum out of Inexplicable Image who is making her debut. Her dam won twice in 17 starts. Could make the frame.
RACE 4: PRIX ARTUS DE MAILLE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 6) – 2200M | TIME: 22:03 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 20200
SARENZO (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Maiden at Senonnes- Pouance over 2000m on 19 September. Progressive and can win again. SPRING LAUREL (FR) Got off the mark in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 2200m on 20 September on latest start. Can make presence felt. NOVA DU CHENET (FR) Came home fourth in a Handicap at Le Mans over 2000m on 11 September on latest outing. Can make the top-three. PADOVA (IRE) Finished a fair second in a Handicap at Craon over 2400m on 28 September. One to keep onside.
RACE 5: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE BALMA HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 2) – 1600M | TIME: 22:20 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
KOMET CHOP (FR) Unplaced in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 2 July. Returns from a break but can bounce back to score if fit enough. LE LEGIONNAIRE (FR) Returned to form and finished fourth in a Class 2 Condition at this course over 2000m on 23 September . Drops in distance but is capable of scoring. LACE FLOWER (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Maiden at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 28 September. Capable of doubling up on Handicap debut. SARDINIAN RULER (IRE) In good shape and finished third in a Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 24 September. Can fight out the finish again.
RACE 6: PRIX DE LA MARE AUX EVEES CLAIMING STAKES (3YO) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 7) – 1200M | TIME: 22:38 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 22100
ZAHARA (FR) Unplaced in a Handicap at Deauville over 1200m on 15 August. Capable of making amends and playa leading role. LIKE LINDY (USA) Fifth in a Claimer at Argentan over 1300m on 1 October and two placed runs before that. Can have a say in the finish. HOLLIE WOOD (FR) Finished eighth in a Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 7 October, and a creditable second before that at Chantilly on 14 September. Merits close attention. TERRA PROXIMA (FR) Fifth in a Claimer at Chantilly over 1200m on 14 September. Lightly raced and has more to come.
RACE 7: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE BLAGNAC HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 3) – 1400M | TIME: 22:55 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
SISSY DU GROHO (FR) Not disgraced when fifth in a Class 3 at La Teste De Buch over 1400m on 24 September. Capable of doing better and has claims. SOUVENIR D’ECAJEUL (FR) In good shape and finished fourth in a Class 3 Handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1600m on 28 September. Should fight out the finish. GENTLEMAN BEAUTY (FR) Finished tenth in a Class 3 Handicap at La Teste De Buch over 1600m on 5 September. Capable of doing better and is not out of it. FILLE D’ARGENTINE (FR) On a long losing run and finished eighth in a Claimer at this course over 2000m on 23 September. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 8: PRIX DU SOUTIEN A LA FORET DE FONTAINEBLEAU HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 8) – 1200M | TIME: 23:13 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
CLEAN BOWLED (FR) Unseated rider leaving the stalls in a Class 4 on 27 September, second before that at Saint-Cloud over 1200m in a Class 4 on 24 April. Key chance. HUR CAT (FR) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. In form and can make presence felt. LES TROIS VALLEES (FR) Finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap at Compiegne over 1800m on 24 September on latest start. Hard to rule out. HY DREAM (FR) Third in a Class 4 Handicap at Marseille-Borely over 1200m on 29 September. Capable of being competitive.
RACE 9: PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES DE CRAON HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 4) – 3000M | TIME: 23:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 16300
MEDITERRANEA BLUES Unreliable but was runner-up in a Handicap over this track and trip on 23 September. Can go one better. LORENZO DE MEDICI (FR) Not reliable and finished twelve in a Handicap at Compiegne over 2800m on 15 September. Cannot be ruled out on best form. VOILA POURQUOI (FR) Returned to form when third in a Handicap over this course and distance on 23 September. Can contest the finish once again. YOGUI (FR) Returned to form and finished fourth in a Handicap at this course over 2400m on 2 September. Can make the frame once again.
RACE 10: PRIX DE LA MALMONTAGNE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM FONTAINEBLEAU RACE 9) – 1200M | TIME: 23:48 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21100
RED GUST (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Races off a good racing weight and can get off the mark. IMPITOYABLE (FR) Excellent runner-up in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Capable of a bold show. BACCHILIDE Fourth in a Class 4 Handicap at Deauville over 1300m on 5 October when last seen . Each-way must. FUCHSIA Finished fourth on latest start at Chantilly over 1200m in a Class 3 on 19 September. Can be involved at the finish.
RACE 11: PRIX DE LAHARIE MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 5) – 1200M | TIME: 00:05 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 21000
GOUYAR (IRE) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Condition at La Teste over 1400m on 28 September. Should make a bold bid for victory. SCATY CHOP (FR) Consistent and finished fourth in a Condition at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat over 1400m on 28 September. Could contest the finish. ALFIYA (FR) In good shape and finished fourth in a Condition at Craon over 1300m on 28 September. Can make the frame once again. LISAN AL GAIB (FR) Finished eleventh on debut in a Condition at La Teste over 1600m on 12 September. Tries sprinting and could be a threat.
RACE 12: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE RAMONVILLE CLAIMING STAKES (3YO+) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 6) – 2000M | TIME: 00:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 15400
GREY TORNADO (FR) In good shape and finished third in this division at Salon-de-Provence over 1800m on 25 May. Returns froma break and can score if fi tenough. ALPAGE (FR) Has struggled of late and finished ninth in a Condition at this course over 2400m on 2 September. Always a threat in this division and must be respected. KNUCKLE (FR) Improved after a break and was runner-up in a Class 3 Condition at Deauville over 1800m on 22 August. Should contest the finish. BELLE ANSE (FR) Unreliable but was victorious in a Condition at Cazaubon over 1900m on 4 October. Could be a lively danger in this line-up.
RACE 13: COUPE DES POULAINS ET DES POULICHES STAKES (2YO) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 7) – 1600M | TIME: 01:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 24700
TOMTIT (FR) Successful on second start in a Condition over this track and trip on 16 September. Capable of following up. ALL WOOTTON (FR) Improving and won on second start in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over 1600m on 15 September. Should make a bold bid for victory. FRISSONANTE (IRE) Victorious on third start in a Condition at La Teste over 1600m on 26 August. Can fight it out for top honors again. SARMAD (FR) Improving and was not disgraced when third in a Class 2 Condition at Dax over 1400m on 2 October. Can get involved in the finish once again.
RACE 14: PRIX DE LA VILLE DE SAINT-ORENS HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM TOULOUSE RACE 8) – 2400M | TIME: 01:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 19200
DERBYCAT (IRE) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Handicap at Compiegne over 2400m on 24 September. Can win a race of this nature. AU DELA DES MERS (FR) Returned to form when runner-up in a Handicap at this course over 2200m on 28 September. Can contest the finish once again. FREJULFE (FR) Improving and has won two in a row, the latest in a Handicap at this course over 2200m on 23 September. Carries a penalty but can complete the hat-trick. LOVING QUEEN (FR) Not reliable and finished last of sixth in a Class 3 Condition at Compiegne over 2400m on 15 September. Capable of bouncing back to score.
South Africa Express Form & Race Previews (Fairview) – October 16
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RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: FAIRVIEW POLYTRACK@2026.10.16
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1600m, Poly, R92.000, 12:15GMT+2
Race Summary: TRICKLE CHARGE quickened up nicely last time out. That was an improved performance and she is getting better the further she goes. BAI YULU is threatening a first success and would not be a surprise winner. BURNING DESIRE is clearly better than her last run would suggest. ALMOST UNREAL makes her debut and could place. MATTER OF TRUST and STORM BALLET have both been disappointing of late but are capable of earning money. LYRICS AND SONGS and WEEKEND IN ASPEN are in good form and not out of it.
Selections: #6 Trickle Charge, #1 Bai Yulu, #8 Weekend In Aspen, #5 Storm Ballet
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1400m, Poly, R100.000, 12:50GMT+2
Race Summary: A weak race and anything is possible. INDESTRUCTABLE seems to be improving and from a good draw looks capable of scoring. MONKEY’S WEDDING is consistent and clearly not out of it. PLAYMAKER could surprise returning from a break. GEORGE REX does his best work late and could earn some more money. GIMMETHEGOLD and NORSE WARRIOR are battling to get out of the maiden ranks but could make the frame. RUSSIAN FORT returns after gelding and could be a threat. QUEEN OF CASTILLE has been unreliable but is another to consider.
Selections: #2 Indestructable, #1 Monkey’s Wedding, #4 George Rex, #8 Russian Fort
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 2200m, Poly, R92.000, 13:25GMT+2
Race Summary: An interesting race as there are some runners who could score making their local debuts. SCOTT’S BAR put in an improved performance last time out so it is a bit of a surprise to see him at this centre. He could prove to be the right one on his Poly debut. Former stablemate TARANAKI NOMAD was behind him but more was expected from him and he too could win on local debut, trying the surface. CAPRANICA is knocking on the door and could take advantage of his Poly experience. GOOD SHINE and LUCA DA WHEELS are clearly just modest but could earn some money. GIMMEAGAMBLE improved and benefit from the longer distance.
Selections: #2 Scott’s Bar, #7 Taranaki Nomad, #1 Capranica, #4 Luca Da Wheels
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1600m, Poly, R104.000, 14:00GMT+2
Race Summary: HONORABLE MEMBER was not disgraced in a better field than this last time and should go close to scoring. GREEK HEIRESS only tired late last time out and clearly likes this surface so must be respected. Stable companions representing Alan Greeff, AUGUSTA ROSSO and CASPERITA, have shown promise when in the right mood and would not be surprise winners. TOKYO PRINCESS and DESERT CLOUD are not reliable but can earn some money as well.
Selections: #6 Honorable Member, #3 Augusta Rosso, #5 Casperita, #1 Greek Heiress
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1000m, Poly, R90.000, 14:35GMT+2
Race Summary: A very open leg of the Pick 6 and a wide spread of runners is best advised. MARKETA has a tricky draw but was a solid enough winner last time out and could have more to offer. DANCING IN WINTER is not reliable but won well in her penultimate start and gets a good draw. BLAZING FLAME seems to prefer this surface and should be a threat form a good draw. DAFFODIL DELIGHT could be better on the turf but does have Richard Fourie up. BASINGSTOKE likes the Poly and should be included in all perms. TIPSY, WINTERONTHEGREEN, JAPANESE GARDEN, LILAC SNOW and PLAYFUL JOULES are also worth considering.
Selections: #2 Marketa, #3 Blazing Flame, #8 Winteronthegreen, #5 Basingstoke
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1200m, Poly, R105.000, 15:10GMT+2
Race Summary: STOKESY clearly likes the Polytrack and from a good draw could score. Stable companion FOREST SPY has run in better fields than this but is hard to be with on recent form. CHAMPONELLE showed improvement last time out and must be respected for that. KWAGGA BLITZ has improved at this centre and can follow up on a solid last win. COASTAL PATH is often competitive and has a place chance. SOUNDSOFSYMPHONIES is better than his last run suggests and would not be a surprise winner. WORLDLY could improve after a change of trainer and must be respected.
Selections: #2 Stokesy, #8 Worldly, #7 Soundsofsymphonies, #4 Kwagga Blitz
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1600m, Poly, R190.000, 15:45GMT+2
Race Summary: The final leg of the Nelson Mandela Bay Racing Poly Challenge. Trainer Dean Smith won the first leg with Cruise Control and Alan Greeff the second with MERCANTOUR. Smith could win with ALL SYSTEMS GO this time. He may be best suited to the distance and did try hard behind MERCANTOUR last time. MERCANTOUR must be respected as he has won 4 of the last 5 Poly Challenge races and Richard Fourie does get the best out of him. The gap did shrink last time, so it could be open. SILVONIAN is at the top of his game and will give his rivals something to catch. INGQWELE finished closer than the weights suggested and could be better over 1600m. GUY GIBSON and FAIRY KNIGHT need to be considered.
Selections: #3 All Systems Go, #1 Mercantour, #6 Ingqwele, #5 Silvonian
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1900m, Poly, R92.000, 16:20GMT+2
Race Summary: A very open looking race. Something was clearly amiss with AMANZIMTEXAS last time out. He could be a real threat to these rivals if showing his best form. SILVANO’S SONG has improved of late and should be a real threat. FLASH LIGHTNING is not reliable but is also not out of it. OSMIUM likes the Polytrack and could run well from a good draw. ROYAL CELEB makes a local debut and would not be a surprise winner. TORI’S GIRL showed his best side with a game win last time out and can follow up. PRESERVE FOREVER is very unreliable but might earn some money.
Selections: #4 Amanzimtexas, #5 Osmium, #1 Silvano’s Song, #6 Royal Celeb
Best Win: #6 TRICKLE CHARGE
Best Value Bet: #4 AMANZIMTEXAS
Best Longshot: #4 AMANZIMTEXAS
RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: FAIRVIEW POLYTRACK@2026.10.16
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1600m, Poly, R92.000, 12:15GMT+2
Race Summary: TRICKLE CHARGE quickened up nicely last time out. That was an improved performance and she is getting better the further she goes. BAI YULU is threatening a first success and would not be a surprise winner. BURNING DESIRE is clearly better than her last run would suggest. ALMOST UNREAL makes her debut and could place. MATTER OF TRUST and STORM BALLET have both been disappointing of late but are capable of earning money. LYRICS AND SONGS and WEEKEND IN ASPEN are in good form and not out of it.
Selections: #6 Trickle Charge, #1 Bai Yulu, #8 Weekend In Aspen, #5 Storm Ballet
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1400m, Poly, R100.000, 12:50GMT+2
Race Summary: A weak race and anything is possible. INDESTRUCTABLE seems to be improving and from a good draw looks capable of scoring. MONKEY’S WEDDING is consistent and clearly not out of it. PLAYMAKER could surprise returning from a break. GEORGE REX does his best work late and could earn some more money. GIMMETHEGOLD and NORSE WARRIOR are battling to get out of the maiden ranks but could make the frame. RUSSIAN FORT returns after gelding and could be a threat. QUEEN OF CASTILLE has been unreliable but is another to consider.
Selections: #2 Indestructable, #1 Monkey’s Wedding, #4 George Rex, #8 Russian Fort
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 2200m, Poly, R92.000, 13:25GMT+2
Race Summary: An interesting race as there are some runners who could score making their local debuts. SCOTT’S BAR put in an improved performance last time out so it is a bit of a surprise to see him at this centre. He could prove to be the right one on his Poly debut. Former stablemate TARANAKI NOMAD was behind him but more was expected from him and he too could win on local debut, trying the surface. CAPRANICA is knocking on the door and could take advantage of his Poly experience. GOOD SHINE and LUCA DA WHEELS are clearly just modest but could earn some money. GIMMEAGAMBLE improved and benefit from the longer distance.
Selections: #2 Scott’s Bar, #7 Taranaki Nomad, #1 Capranica, #4 Luca Da Wheels
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1600m, Poly, R104.000, 14:00GMT+2
Race Summary: HONORABLE MEMBER was not disgraced in a better field than this last time and should go close to scoring. GREEK HEIRESS only tired late last time out and clearly likes this surface so must be respected. Stable companions representing Alan Greeff, AUGUSTA ROSSO and CASPERITA, have shown promise when in the right mood and would not be surprise winners. TOKYO PRINCESS and DESERT CLOUD are not reliable but can earn some money as well.
Selections: #6 Honorable Member, #3 Augusta Rosso, #5 Casperita, #1 Greek Heiress
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1000m, Poly, R90.000, 14:35GMT+2
Race Summary: A very open leg of the Pick 6 and a wide spread of runners is best advised. MARKETA has a tricky draw but was a solid enough winner last time out and could have more to offer. DANCING IN WINTER is not reliable but won well in her penultimate start and gets a good draw. BLAZING FLAME seems to prefer this surface and should be a threat form a good draw. DAFFODIL DELIGHT could be better on the turf but does have Richard Fourie up. BASINGSTOKE likes the Poly and should be included in all perms. TIPSY, WINTERONTHEGREEN, JAPANESE GARDEN, LILAC SNOW and PLAYFUL JOULES are also worth considering.
Selections: #2 Marketa, #3 Blazing Flame, #8 Winteronthegreen, #5 Basingstoke
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 1200m, Poly, R105.000, 15:10GMT+2
Race Summary: STOKESY clearly likes the Polytrack and from a good draw could score. Stable companion FOREST SPY has run in better fields than this but is hard to be with on recent form. CHAMPONELLE showed improvement last time out and must be respected for that. KWAGGA BLITZ has improved at this centre and can follow up on a solid last win. COASTAL PATH is often competitive and has a place chance. SOUNDSOFSYMPHONIES is better than his last run suggests and would not be a surprise winner. WORLDLY could improve after a change of trainer and must be respected.
Selections: #2 Stokesy, #8 Worldly, #7 Soundsofsymphonies, #4 Kwagga Blitz
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 1600m, Poly, R190.000, 15:45GMT+2
Race Summary: The final leg of the Nelson Mandela Bay Racing Poly Challenge. Trainer Dean Smith won the first leg with Cruise Control and Alan Greeff the second with MERCANTOUR. Smith could win with ALL SYSTEMS GO this time. He may be best suited to the distance and did try hard behind MERCANTOUR last time. MERCANTOUR must be respected as he has won 4 of the last 5 Poly Challenge races and Richard Fourie does get the best out of him. The gap did shrink last time, so it could be open. SILVONIAN is at the top of his game and will give his rivals something to catch. INGQWELE finished closer than the weights suggested and could be better over 1600m. GUY GIBSON and FAIRY KNIGHT need to be considered.
Selections: #3 All Systems Go, #1 Mercantour, #6 Ingqwele, #5 Silvonian
Fairview Polytrack, 16.10.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1900m, Poly, R92.000, 16:20GMT+2
Race Summary: A very open looking race. Something was clearly amiss with AMANZIMTEXAS last time out. He could be a real threat to these rivals if showing his best form. SILVANO’S SONG has improved of late and should be a real threat. FLASH LIGHTNING is not reliable but is also not out of it. OSMIUM likes the Polytrack and could run well from a good draw. ROYAL CELEB makes a local debut and would not be a surprise winner. TORI’S GIRL showed his best side with a game win last time out and can follow up. PRESERVE FOREVER is very unreliable but might earn some money.
Selections: #4 Amanzimtexas, #5 Osmium, #1 Silvano’s Song, #6 Royal Celeb
Best Win: #6 TRICKLE CHARGE
Best Value Bet: #4 AMANZIMTEXAS
Best Longshot: #4 AMANZIMTEXAS
Japan Express Form (Kawasaki/Nagoya) – Friday, October 16
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France Express Form & Race Previews (Chantilly) – Thursday, October 15
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RACE 1: PRIX DE LA VIERGE DE LORETTE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 1) – 1200M | TIME: 19:55 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 50900
GRAND SCOOP Came home seventh in a Class 2 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Can bounce back to score. SILK ROADSTER Outclassed the opposition in a Handicap at Deauville over 1200m on 30 August. Will be a threat in this despite the rise in the weight. SWEET CHOP (FR) Finished third in a Listed at Chantilly over 1100m on 29 September. Drops in company and should go well despite the rise in the weight. AWAITING CHRISTMAS (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class 2 Handicap at Deauville over 1200m on 22 August. Will look to go one better here.
RACE 2: PRIX DE SAINT-DESIR STAKES (2YO) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 2) – 1600M | TIME: 20:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 45700
EMIRGAN PARK (IRE) Dam was a three-time Handicap winner in Great Britain over longer distances. Could be headed for better. STERLE (IRE) Dam was successful in multiple Group 3 races in the states and at ParisLongchamp. Should be one to watch. SUNKAR (IRE) Dam was by top sire Sea The Stars but was unraced. Well- related and should gather interest. ZARAKINO (FR) Dam was raced 5 times in her life and was victorious on one occasion. Trained by Gerald Mosse and should be respected.
RACE 3: PRIX D’HOTOT-EN-AUGE STAKES (2YO) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 3) – 1600M | TIME: 21:05 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 45700
VADAJA (FR) Dam was a three-time winner over 1900m and 2000m. This filly represents a powerful combination and will go close. NEW LOVE (IRE) Dam won three races from 1600m – 2100m which included a Group 2 and 3. This daughter of Frankel can be very competitive . LADY OF MERCIA (FR) The dam won twice over 2000m and 2200m. This filly makes some appeal on paper and is worth including in the play. CANNTARA (FR) Dam registered two wins over 2400m and 2800m which included a win at Listed. Could be looking for further but can earn.
RACE 4: PRIX DU JARDIN ANGLAIS MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 4) – 1200M | TIME: 21:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
EXTREME DREAM (AUS) Dam was by Dream Ahead who was a winner of numerous Group 1 races. This individual could be a Group 1 winner in the making. DIVINA FE (IRE) Came home fifth in a Group 2 at Deauville over 1400m on 23 August. Is capable of doing better and should earn here. MONDAY CABARET (IRE) Not disgraced when third in a Condition at Chantilly over 1600m on 29 September. Solid maiden run and can improve. KARAKOUM (FR) Runner-up in a Maiden at Saint-Cloud over 1200m on 18 September. Showing promise so far and may run into the minor money.
RACE 5: PRIX DU CHENE DE LA BASSE POMMERAIE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 5) – 1800M | TIME: 22:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 20200
TOCOA (FR) Yet to win but is improving and was a runner-up in a Class 3 at Compiegne over 1800m on 15 September. Can go one place better. ICE CRACKER (FR) Showed some improvement when third in a Class 3 at Compiegne over 1800m on 15 September. Can contest the finish. CHARMING CECILIA (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 4 October. In good form and is clearly not out of it. PERCEVAL (FR) Consistent and was third in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 18 September. Should be competitive yet again.
RACE 6: PRIX DE L’AMANTE INQUIETE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 6) – 1200M | TIME: 22:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 25900
TERRITOIRE (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 11 September. Big chance. KING ROBBE (FR) Returned to form and was third in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1000m on 3 September. Can be a threat once again. ALPARSLAN (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Can make the frame. REGALIEN (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class 3 Handicap over this track and trip on 19 September. Can challenge for top honors.
RACE 7: PRIX DU CHENE DES GRES HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 7) – 1800M | TIME: 23:25 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
MIA FAST (FR) Showed some improvement when third in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 13 September. Can win a race of this nature. LIKE A DOVE (FR) Finished seventh in a Handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 13 September. Capable of doing better and is a threat trying the PSF . GUNS AND ROSES (FR) Unreliable and finished eighth in a Handicap at Toulouse over 1600m on 30 September. Capable of making the frame. TOMOE GOZEN (FR) Returned to form and finished second in a Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 24 September. Has won on the PSF and can score again.
RACE 8: PRIX DU CHENE DU COUP DE FOUDRE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 8) – 1800M | TIME: 00:00 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 24000
CRISZILLA (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 at Dieppe over 1800m on 9 September. Tries the PSF but could follow up. AMIE AMOUR (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 at Deauville over 1800m on 27 August. Did win on this surface and could double up. PERFECTDAY (FR) Threatening a victory and was runner-up in a Maiden at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m on 20 March. Returns from a break but can score if fit enough. GWADA CONCEPT (FR) Remains in good form and finished third in a Handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 24 July. Returns from a break but must be respected.
RACE 1: PRIX DE LA VIERGE DE LORETTE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 1) – 1200M | TIME: 19:55 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 50900
GRAND SCOOP Came home seventh in a Class 2 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Can bounce back to score. SILK ROADSTER Outclassed the opposition in a Handicap at Deauville over 1200m on 30 August. Will be a threat in this despite the rise in the weight. SWEET CHOP (FR) Finished third in a Listed at Chantilly over 1100m on 29 September. Drops in company and should go well despite the rise in the weight. AWAITING CHRISTMAS (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class 2 Handicap at Deauville over 1200m on 22 August. Will look to go one better here.
RACE 2: PRIX DE SAINT-DESIR STAKES (2YO) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 2) – 1600M | TIME: 20:30 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 45700
EMIRGAN PARK (IRE) Dam was a three-time Handicap winner in Great Britain over longer distances. Could be headed for better. STERLE (IRE) Dam was successful in multiple Group 3 races in the states and at ParisLongchamp. Should be one to watch. SUNKAR (IRE) Dam was by top sire Sea The Stars but was unraced. Well- related and should gather interest. ZARAKINO (FR) Dam was raced 5 times in her life and was victorious on one occasion. Trained by Gerald Mosse and should be respected.
RACE 3: PRIX D’HOTOT-EN-AUGE STAKES (2YO) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 3) – 1600M | TIME: 21:05 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 45700
VADAJA (FR) Dam was a three-time winner over 1900m and 2000m. This filly represents a powerful combination and will go close. NEW LOVE (IRE) Dam won three races from 1600m – 2100m which included a Group 2 and 3. This daughter of Frankel can be very competitive . LADY OF MERCIA (FR) The dam won twice over 2000m and 2200m. This filly makes some appeal on paper and is worth including in the play. CANNTARA (FR) Dam registered two wins over 2400m and 2800m which included a win at Listed. Could be looking for further but can earn.
RACE 4: PRIX DU JARDIN ANGLAIS MAIDEN STAKES (2YO) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 4) – 1200M | TIME: 21:40 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 27400
EXTREME DREAM (AUS) Dam was by Dream Ahead who was a winner of numerous Group 1 races. This individual could be a Group 1 winner in the making. DIVINA FE (IRE) Came home fifth in a Group 2 at Deauville over 1400m on 23 August. Is capable of doing better and should earn here. MONDAY CABARET (IRE) Not disgraced when third in a Condition at Chantilly over 1600m on 29 September. Solid maiden run and can improve. KARAKOUM (FR) Runner-up in a Maiden at Saint-Cloud over 1200m on 18 September. Showing promise so far and may run into the minor money.
RACE 5: PRIX DU CHENE DE LA BASSE POMMERAIE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 5) – 1800M | TIME: 22:15 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 20200
TOCOA (FR) Yet to win but is improving and was a runner-up in a Class 3 at Compiegne over 1800m on 15 September. Can go one place better. ICE CRACKER (FR) Showed some improvement when third in a Class 3 at Compiegne over 1800m on 15 September. Can contest the finish. CHARMING CECILIA (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 4 October. In good form and is clearly not out of it. PERCEVAL (FR) Consistent and was third in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 18 September. Should be competitive yet again.
RACE 6: PRIX DE L’AMANTE INQUIETE HANDICAP (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 6) – 1200M | TIME: 22:50 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 25900
TERRITOIRE (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 11 September. Big chance. KING ROBBE (FR) Returned to form and was third in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1000m on 3 September. Can be a threat once again. ALPARSLAN (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Class 3 Handicap at Chantilly over 1200m on 19 September. Can make the frame. REGALIEN (FR) Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Class 3 Handicap over this track and trip on 19 September. Can challenge for top honors.
RACE 7: PRIX DU CHENE DES GRES HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 7) – 1800M | TIME: 23:25 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 18200
MIA FAST (FR) Showed some improvement when third in a Handicap at ParisLongchamp over 1600m on 13 September. Can win a race of this nature. LIKE A DOVE (FR) Finished seventh in a Handicap at Strasbourg over 2000m on 13 September. Capable of doing better and is a threat trying the PSF . GUNS AND ROSES (FR) Unreliable and finished eighth in a Handicap at Toulouse over 1600m on 30 September. Capable of making the frame. TOMOE GOZEN (FR) Returned to form and finished second in a Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 24 September. Has won on the PSF and can score again.
RACE 8: PRIX DU CHENE DU COUP DE FOUDRE HANDICAP – AWT (HCP) (FROM CHANTILLY RACE 8) – 1800M | TIME: 00:00 | PRIZE MONEY: EUR 24000
CRISZILLA (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 at Dieppe over 1800m on 9 September. Tries the PSF but could follow up. AMIE AMOUR (IRE) Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 at Deauville over 1800m on 27 August. Did win on this surface and could double up. PERFECTDAY (FR) Threatening a victory and was runner-up in a Maiden at Le Croise-Laroche over 1800m on 20 March. Returns from a break but can score if fit enough. GWADA CONCEPT (FR) Remains in good form and finished third in a Handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 24 July. Returns from a break but must be respected.
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Fillies to dominate on Algoa Cup day
Trainer Kelly Mitchley has been in a good vein of form since winning the Grade 2 Douglas Whyte Thekwini Stakes at Hollywoodbets Greyville with top filly Marchland.
The star three-year-old will be back on her home track at TAB Fairview on Sunday in the hope of keeping her unbeaten record on track when she lines up in the Listed SA Stakes for three-year-olds over 1600m.
Heading up the card is the Listed Algoa Cup over 2000m, which sees another top Eastern Cape filly, Anotherdanceforme, attempt to extend her unbeaten run at Fairview to 12.
Marchland is unbeaten in four starts, all with Muzi Yeni in the irons. After winning the 1200m East Cape Fillies Nursery, the filly, by SA Triple Crown winner Malmoos, went on to the Lady’s Slipper Stakes over 1400m even more impressively, even though switching to the Polytrack.
From there Marchland was taken to Durban where she gave the best two-year-old fillies in the country the same treatment.
There is no doubt that Marchland’s connection will be aiming their filly at the Grade 1 Cape Fillies Guineas at Kenilworth in December, so this race is a warm-up for that event.
However, despite this being her first run since July, Marchland has been a revelation and comes into this race as the best weighted runner by at least 4kg.
Race 7 is the TAB Casino Algoa Cup and Eastern Cape champion trainer Alan Greeff will be looking for another big run from Anotherdanceforme. While she is unbeaten at Fairview, Greeff’s champ does not travel well and has fluffed her lines in two of her three races outside the province.
She has an incredible turn of foot but she will be racing in a handicap and hands weight to all bar last year’s winner, Zatara Magic.
In her favour is that she has been dominant be it on turf or Polytrack against whatever the opposition, including Zatara Magic, and has shown stamina by winning both the East Cape Oaks over the same track and trip, and the 2200m World Sports Betting East Cape Derby which was run on the Polytrack this year.
She could be better than rated and also has master jockey Richard Fourie in the irons. In addition, she is well enough drawn in gate No 5.
The biggest threat is likely to come from Justin Snaith-trained Prairie Dawn. The four-year-old son of The United States finished third in the Pocket Power Stakes last season where he had subsequent Grade 3 Campanajo winner, Magic Verse, just behind and last time out was a game second after a layoff behind impressive Miami Summer.
That form line has also been franked.
Snaith has been shrewdly placing his charge who comes in with just 52kg, which means he will be getting 7.6kg from Anotherdanceforme.
Clive Robinson
O’Brien big guns in late Champions Day switch
Aidan O’Brien has reshuffled his Qatar Racing Champions Day plans, with Gstaad set to remain over a mile in the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes, while Constitution River will stick to 10 furlongs for the Champion Stakes.
Earlier this week O’Brien had supplemented Constitution River into the QEII for £70,000 having said “we think we might have been doing the wrong thing” with his two star three-year-olds.
However, speaking to www.coolmore.com O’Brien announced they would be staying at their regular distances, while also stating Scandinavia, favourite for the Long Distance Cup, would not be running at the weekend.
O’Brien said: “We’ve made a few changes to the weekend’s plans for Saturday. We were going to run Gstaad in the Champion but we’ve changed it now. We’re going to leave him at the mile. We think it might not be fair to him to run in the Champion Stakes first time out (at the trip) against older horses and such a seasoned bunch.
“We think the mile at Ascot will suit him (Gstaad) very well. We were very happy with all his runs over a mile and we think the track at Ascot is going to suit him very well.
“Also we were going to run Hawk Mountain with him, maybe going back in trip might suit him. We’re happy with him also.”
Ryan Moore will ride Gstaad with Colin Keane on Hawk Mountain.
He went on: “In the Champion Stakes we’re going to run Constitution River. All of his runs over a mile and a quarter have been very good.
“We feel and think maybe the last day when he ran at Leopardstown all our horses were a little bit sick and we think that could have been a major contributing factor to his run. He’s very well since. He’s obviously a very seasoned horse now and he’s run against these horses before and beaten a few already.”
Regarding Scandinavia, however, the Gold Cup winner is now finished for the year.
“We’re thinking of running two (in the Long Distance Cup). Queenstown, who was third in the Cadran and ran a very good race, and we’re going to run Amelia Earhart as well,” said O’Brien.
“We’re not going to run Scandinavia now. He came out of Arc weekend very well but we just felt with a view to next year and there’s a little bit of rain in the forecast, that we would probably leave him for the year and start his preparation early, like we always do, for the Ascot Gold Cup next year and then hopefully go from there.”
By PA Sport Reporters
Mercantour can get the consolation prize
The third and final leg of the Nelson Mandela Bay Poly Challenge over 1600m takes place at TAB Fairview this Friday. Although only seven runners have been declared, it promises to be a cracking contest.
Last year, Alan Greeff-trained Mercantour won all three legs of the series, and he struck again in the second leg over 1400m last time out. Rival trainer Dean Smith captured the opening leg with his crack sprinter Cruise Control.
Mercantour has clearly taken to the Polytrack, with his record now reading eight wins from 11 starts on the surface, along with two second-place finishes and a third. He has also won his only other start over this course and distance.
Jockey Richard Fourie knows exactly how to get the best out of the Var gelding, having partnered him to three victories in five rides. Significantly, both defeats came on the turf.
Backing Mercantour is rarely a straightforward exercise, as his victories are often narrow and hard fought. His easiest win came by just 1.25 lengths, and that pattern continued last time when he beat All Systems Go by 0.25 lengths.
That was All Systems Go’s first defeat on the Polytrack, and from the tricky No 7, jockey Craig Zackey may have to adopt front-running tactics or settle in second behind stable companion Silvonian, who is a strong front-runner.
Silvonian steps up in class but has won two of his last four starts, including one over this course and distance. Greeff is also unlikely to rely solely on Mercantour, dependable as he is, with Fairy Knight and Guy Gibson capable of making their presence felt on their day.
Fairy Knight has not been at his best recently but should appreciate the return to this distance and could earn a share of the prize money. Guy Gibson looked dangerous last time out and finished just 1.85 lengths behind Mercantour.
Another runner returning for another crack is the Cliffie Miller-trained Ingqwele, who exceeded expectations last time. He finished ahead of Guy Gibson and just 1.75 lengths behind Mercantour. This distance should also suit him better.
Trainers at TAB Fairview often seem to take turns enjoying successful days, and Miller is due a good one. Friday could be his opportunity, with Bai Yula capable of going close in the opening race and Capranica, who has experience on the Polytrack, a contender for a place in Race 3.
Stable companions Kwagga Blitz in Race 6 and Silvano’s Song are also capable of winning.
Clive Robinson
Ka Ying Rising the horse to beat despite rain and poor...
Chris Waller is plotting to halt Ka Ying Rising’s 21-race winning streak in the AU$20 million (approx. HK$109.5 million) G1 The Everest (1200m) at Randwick Racecourse in Sydney on Saturday (17 October), but the champion trainer believes the Hong Kong superstar remains the horse to beat, despite an awkward barrier draw and the prospect of a heavy track.
Waller will saddle Australia’s champion sprinter Joliestar and Angel Capital, last-start winner of the G1 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes (1400m) at Caulfield, and believes the pair has the quality to test Ka Ying Rising, who will start from barrier 11 in the 12-horse field.
The Randwick track was downgraded from Good to Heavy this morning (Wednesday, 14 October) after 66mm of rain on Tuesday (13 October), but Waller says Ka Ying Rising – the world’s top-rated horse – is still the measuring stick ahead of the world’s richest race on turf.
“He’s a superstar, Ka Ying Rising, and superstars generally find ways to get themselves out of trouble and track conditions are one of those things, so he’s certainly the horse to beat,” Waller said.
“It’s just great for the race and great for Australian racing to have horses on the international stage competing with us. It makes our race better. It gives us the chance to beat the horse – it’s our home track compared to him having to travel, so that brings him back a little bit.
“Hopefully, one of the Australian horses can beat him, but it looks a tough ask.
“The weather is not ideal but I think come Saturday it will improve and the tracks in Sydney are racing well. Of course, it won’t be rock-hard but we don’t want that anyway. It will be a forgiving surface and should give all horses their best chance and I’ve got no concerns at all about the track.”
James McDonald will partner Joliestar from barrier five as the mare returns to Group 1 racing for the first time since finishing third behind winner Almeraq and Satono Reve in the G1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes (1200m) at Royal Ascot in England in June.
“She’s drawn well, which is great. We’ve got James McDonald on board, arguably the world’s best jockey, and she’s in fine form. Her first-up run was good and she’s ready to peak,” Waller said.
“James was disappointed that last year (in The Everest) that things didn’t work out for her (when fifth) and he’s probably thought about it since and we get our chance again this year and he knows her so well.”
Angel Capital will start from barrier two under Ben Melham after finishing sixth in last year’s The Everest.
“Angel Capital was a little bit unlucky in the race last year and he’s gone on and won a Group 1 since then and he’s in career-best form so he’s also drawn a good barrier and with good speed expected, that would really play into the hands of a horse like Angel Capital,” Waller said.
“He’s a big, strong horse. A high-pressure race is what he wants and last year you could say that they went a little bit slower than anticipated. He needs a really high-pressure race.
“Some of the better horses have drawn out wide. They’ll be surging across to find a position, to not cover too much ground. The horses on the inside will be making sure they’re holding their positions or they’ll get put out the back and it will be just a race for the frontrunners, so it’s setting up to be a good contest and it should suit a horse like Angel Capital.”
By Leo Schlink in Sydney
Mxoli should satisfy followers early on Thursday
Thursday 15 October’s eight-race TAB Turffontein Inside track meeting may not boast a feature-race headline but there is no shortage of betting ammunition, with Philasande Mxoli, Sean Tarry and Tony Peter all in line for potentially lucrative doubles.
Mxoli should get his best opportunity to strike early on Satisfied in Race 2 over 1200m. The Paul Matchett-trained Futura filly bounced back to form on her three-year-old debut at the Vaal, where she finished second to Treasure State after being well supported from 8-1 to 33-10.
That comeback run should have brought her on significantly and, with Mxoli back in the saddle, Satisfied won’t need to find much improvement to shed her maiden tag. She shapes as a strong Place Accumulator banker.
Mxoli can immediately double up on Spy Story in Race 3, also over 1200m. The five-year-old Bezrin gelding was backed last time but finished unplaced after his rider reported something amiss. His previous three starts (two wins and a second) tell a far more compelling story.
The return to 1200m looks another positive, and Spy Story has every chance of bouncing straight back. The recent winning spree of owner-breeder-trainer St John Gray’s green-and-white silks adds further confidence.
Quantum Theory is the value play in Race 4. The seven-year-old Querari veteran is now racing off a career-low mark and is favourably treated on official ratings. His recent form hardly screams confidence, but he has been competing against quality opposition and a slight ease in grade could make all the difference.
Add champion jockey Craig Zackey to the equation and Quantum Theory becomes a serious each-way proposition. At the right price, he is the sort of runner who can make a Pick 6 ticket pay.
Then comes the Peter power play.
Art Nouveau looks capable of defying a three-point penalty and following up in Race 6 over 2000m. The consistent Querari mare beat familiar rivals Future Date and Azaleas For All last time, and although both are better off at the weights, Art Nouveau won decisively enough to suggest she can confirm her superiority.
Peter’s Jack’s Legacy is another strong candidate in Race 7 over 1450m. The lightly raced four-year-old Buffalo Bill Cody filly took the step up in trip in her stride when beating male opposition over this course and distance last time.
A three-point penalty is hardly ideal, but nor is it enough to deter her followers. Two wins and two seconds from four starts is a compelling profile, and this filly looks ahead of her current rating. Her upward trajectory is worth following.
Tarry should finish the job with Lightinthewoods in Race 8 over 1450m. This well-bred Gimmethegreenlight filly flew home for a close third over this course and distance last time when taking on male rivals. She now drops in class, races off an unchanged mark and gets a much more favourable assignment against her own sex. That makes her a confident exotic-bet banker in the finale.
Clive Robinson
David Hall reaches 700-win milestone in Hong Kong
David Hall joined a celebrated group of current Hong Kong trainers by securing his 700th Hong Kong win with a double at Sha Tin on Sunday (11 October).
Hall modestly deflected the achievement after joining contemporaries John Size (1,667), Tony Cruz (1,617), Caspar Fownes (1,243), Ricky Yiu (1,113), Francis Lui (1,043), Danny Shum (943), Dennis Yip (899), Manfred Man (749) and David Hayes (731) as winners of 700 or more races in Hong Kong.
“It’s not something you go to work every day thinking about but 700 (wins) sounds good – 800 will sound better,” Hall said after Ka Ying Attack and Kempes scored.
Hall, 62, transferred to Hong Kong in 2004 after guiding champion stayer Makye Diva to the first of her record three triumphs in the G1 Melbourne Cup (3200m) before claiming Group 1s in his new surrounds with Absolute Champion and Invincible Sage.
The Australian was delighted with the performance of Ka Ying Attack (129lb), who forged along the rail under a superb ride from Matthew Poon to land the Class 2 Yuen Long Handicap (1200m) after jumping from gate 10. Taken to the tail of the field by Poon, Ka Ying Attack burst on the scene late to beat Rising Force (132lb).
“I decided to take him back and it’s easy now to say that decision was the right one but it was a perfectly executed ride as well,” Hall said. “I didn’t want him to get caught wide first-up. The horse is just flying; he’s in the zone – he finished off last season well and he’s started this season in the same form. It’s exciting, it’s great.”
Kempes (121lb) continued his brilliant form with a powerful sprint under Andrea Atzeni to overhaul Bustling City (131lb) in the closing stages of the Class 3 Lau Fau Shan Handicap (1200m, dirt). Winner of the G1 Estrellas Juvenile (1600m) as a two-year-old in Argentina, where he raced as Dark Love, Kempes has thrived with stints at Conghua.
“He’ll go back to Conghua. He’s enjoying the routine he’s in at the moment. He’s not just a dirt horse – he can run on the grass just as effectively, as you’ve seen. He’s probably as good as he’s ever been in Hong Kong – it’s taken a long time, but he’s putting it together now,” Hall said.
Gathering momentum for a tilt at a sixth Hong Kong trainers’ championship, Caspar Fownes predicts a rapid rise through the ratings for Megastar Heart after the injury-prone gelding’s emphatic victory.
Plagued with lameness issues since arriving from Australia, where he won twice including once at Listed level for Annabel Archibald, Megastar Heart (123lb) absorbed midrace pressure before fending off Swift Ascend (135lb) to win the Class 3 San Tin Handicap (1200m) by two lengths in 1m 08.53s.
Fownes said: “He’s been lame since he arrived – proper lame. It’s frustrating but that’s what we work for – to get that and hopefully now he pulls up alright and he comes back and then we’ve got something to work with going forward. If we can do that, he’s a chance to get there. He’s a chance to really get up through the ratings.
“He’s a very nice horse. He’s had a lot of problems. He’s been one of the hardest horses for me to train in my career. So, for me to get him to where he is now and finally get him fit, I think we have a really nice horse going forward and I thank the owner (Good Time Syndicate) for being a little bit patient with him because we had to take a long time to get him to where we want to have him. I think he’s a chance to go quite high.”
The Star Turn gelding’s victory earned a PP Bonus of HK$1.5 million as well as prizemoney of HK$1.04 million and left reigning Hong Kong Champion Trainer Fownes with eight wins for the campaign, behind Pierre Ng (10), Manfred Man (10), Cody Mo (eight) and Hall (eight).
Jolly Brilliant (135lb) finished stoutly to win the Class 4 Ping Shan Handicap (1600m) for Ricky Yiu to give Andrea Atzeni a double after the Italian had scored on Kempes.
In-form Jerry Chau also excelled with a double. He first patiently piloted Sunny Q (133lb) to victory in the Class 5 Kam Tin Handicap (1000m) before producing another timely ride on David Eustace’s Mighty Profit (126lb) in the Class 4 Lam Tei Handicap (1200m).
Derek Leung’s rich vein of form continued with Mark Newnham’s Armour War Eagle (130lb) in the Class 4 Mai Po Handicap (1200m, dirt). Leung has 10 wins for the campaign, a tally bettered only by Zac Purton (17).
“It’s been very smooth. The trainers who always support me like Cody (Mo), Manfred (Man) and Frankie (Lor) have had a good start and I am lucky to ride with them,” Leung said.
“I just hope everything keeps going smooth and I can continue to ride winners for them and keep improving myself.”
Let’s Have Fun (119lb) broke through at his 15th attempt with victory in the Class 4 Pok Oi Cup Handicap (1200m) for David Hayes and Matthew Poon after Brett Crawford and Karis Teetan combined with Shinyu Kokoroe (127lb) to land the Class 5 Hung Shui Kiu Handicap (1200m, dirt).
Ng regained leadership of the Hong Kong trainers’ championship when Storm Mirror (130lb) defied his pursuers to prevail in the Class 4 Nam Sang Wai Handicap (1400m) for Vincent Ho before Purton and Douglas Whyte teamed with Celestial Hero (125lb) to win the Class 3 Shui Pin Wai Handicap (1400m).
Hong Kong racing continues at Happy Valley on Wednesday (14 October).
By Leo Schlink
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