There are only nine meetings remaining in the Hong Kong season, and all eyes are fixed on what is proving to be one of the closest title fights in the history of racing in the city.
Victorious at the past seven meetings during a stretch that includes four doubles, Caspar Fownes holds the ascendancy on 62 wins, with Mark Newnham (58 victories) and Danny Shum (57) his biggest dangers.
Right in the hunt until recently, Francis Lui (51wins) and David Hayes (50) require something special to catapult themselves back into contention.
Each trainer will have meticulously plotted the final five weeks of the campaign, carefully placing their runners in the hope of extracting the most wins possible out of the gallopers they have at their disposal.
Shum is one trainer who looks to have plenty of bullets left to fire, with his stable performing well in recent weeks despite perhaps not producing quite the volume of winners the experienced handler may have liked.
Since jumping to the top of the table with a treble at Happy Valley on 13 May, Shum has managed only three victories.
He has endured a string of placings in that time, however, including eight from the past four meetings, and he will be hopeful a number of those gallopers can find the little bit extra required to salute before the season wraps up on 15 July.
June 14 Selangor Preview By Mark Lydeamore
RACE 7 ( 3 – 1 – 5 – 2 )
The 1200m Korean Racing Authority Trophy has once again attracted a quality lineup where talented four-year-old YES MAN (3) will be aiming for successive victories from the good draw. YES MAN finished out of the placings when resuming in the G1 Tunku Gold Cup on March 29 but was back in business with his customary racing pattern when leading throughout in a 1200m Metro A contest on May 10. In a race devoid of early speed, YES MAN (3) may find the front and prove hard to beat again as he strives for his tenth win in Malaysia. PLATINUM EMPEROR (1) has been relatively lightly raced since coming across from Macau but hasn’t lost his class with four wins from nine starts in Malaysia. The six-year-old resumes from a two-month break but does boast an excellent first up record which keeps him under notice. BANKER’S FIRST (5) finished runner up to YES MAN but bounced back with a decisive seven length win at Ipoh a fortnight ago and looks to be a horse on the way up. PACIFIC VAMPIRE (2) is another fast beginner which will no doubt be seeking a forward position after barrier rise. However, he can be vulnerable if he finds himself caught without cover early, especially over the 1200m. FILIAL DRAGON (8) has not won since taking out the Ipoh Gold Vase last year but hasn’t been far away in recent performances and looks a place chance at value.
RACE 9 ( 1 – 2 – 6 – 4 )
Malaysia’s best juveniles will assemble for the running of the RM 200,000 3YO Sprint Championship this Sunday at set weights. MEGA ACE (1) will enter the listed feature with the best credentials which includes six wins from nine starts and is rated 12 points higher than his nearest rival. The Simon Dunderdale trained gelding has maintained very good form throughout a busy campaign which has culminated with a couple of Class 3 victories and a win in the Mitavite Asia Cup against some classy opponents on May 23. Jockey Benny Woodworth has a good record aboard MEGA ACE (1) and will likely start favourite in the fourteen-horse lineup. BANKER’S BOSS (2) is a promising type which has announced himself on the local circuit also with two wins from three starts, including a Class 3 win from a wide barrier on May 10. The former Western Australian galloper will also carry the 59kg and is well drawn to receive all the favours in the run. MEGA CRUSADER (6) has taken a while to hit his straps in three runs this preparation but has a touch of class judging by his successive victories earlier this year. STRONG DRAGON (4) received no luck when resuming in a Class 5 contest three weeks ago but has a quick turn of acceleration when called upon and could provide the value. SIR RUBY (3) may prefer a longer distance but did look impressive winning over 1800m last start. Speaking of impressive wins, JET THIRTY FIVE (7) absolutely dominated a Restricted Maiden here last Sunday when leading throughout by 2.25L. The gelding never looked in danger and is a definite watch on the seven-day backup. MEGA SKYE (11) is another galloper with a quick turn of foot which finally broke through last start while BANKER’S WARRIOR (5) has been racing well but may have to be used up early from the wide barrier.
Race for the Trainers’ Championship: Shum’s bullets ready to fire
Among those is King Profit, who prevailed over 1000m at Happy Valley in April before returning from a freshen-up with a second over 1200m at the city circuit on 3 June.
With three seconds and a win from his past four starts, King Profit is one of the form gallopers in Shum’s stable, and the Class 3 1000m contest at the Valley on 24 June is no doubt under consideration for the five-year-old.
Exceed The Limit enjoyed his switch to the extended Valley mile on 3 June and could be aimed at a 1650m race on 24 June, with Shum boasting the luxury of racing in Class 3 or Class 4, thanks to the three-year-old’s rating of 60.
Then there is Double Alpha, a half-length second down the Sha Tin straight on debut on 31 May. He could next be seen at the Sha Tin meeting on 21 June, where there are both 1000m and 1200m Class 4 races on offer for the son of Darci Brahma.
Shum also has a handful of last-start winners who look capable of further contributing to the cause in the coming weeks, none more so than Blazing Wind in this weekend’s Class 3 Snipe Handicap (1200m) on the dirt after his scintillating five-and-three-quarter-length success when last in action on 6 May.
Packing King also won cosily last time out, saluting by a length and a half at Sha Tin on 24 May, and the Class 3 1200m race on 21 June could be right in his wheelhouse, while Romantic Gladiator could chase back-to-back successes in the Class 3 1650m contest at the Valley on 24 June.
Finally, Shum is likely considering unveiling three-year-old Prime Winister before term’s end, with the unraced gelding showing enough in three Conghua trials to suggest he’s not too far off being ready to go to the races.
Trainers’ Ranking (Top 6) – As of 11 June, 2026
| Trainer | Win | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | Total runs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | C Fownes | 62 | 39 | 38 | 37 | 40 | 509 |
| 2nd | M Newnham | 58 | 49 | 49 | 49 | 38 | 514 |
| 3rd | D Shum | 57 | 37 | 34 | 40 | 32 | 472 |
| 4th | F Lui | 51 | 42 | 60 | 36 | 39 | 481 |
| 5th | D Hayes | 50 | 42 | 43 | 48 | 44 | 613 |
| 6th | J Size | 48 | 62 | 54 | 41 | 53 | 548 |
Lerena, Zackey hold the aces in Turffontein double play
Sunday’s eight-race Turffontein Standside meeting may lack feature-race status, but it offers several solid betting opportunities, with leading riders Gavin Lerena and Craig Zackey holding strong books of rides. Lerena’s day begins in Race 1 aboard the well-bred Australian import Beautiful Rosie for Mike and Mathew de Kock. The daughter of Maurice makes her local debut and is bred to have ability. As with many imports, market support could be the best guide to her chances.
Race 2 features one of the stronger prospects on the card in Snowblade. The Mike Azzie-trained son of Vercingetorix produced a promising runner-up effort on debut over this course and distance. Expected natural improvement makes him a leading contender to break his maiden at the second attempt.
Zackey’s first major chance comes in Race 4 aboard Isaac Stephan for Tony Peter. Another son of Vercingetorix, the three-year-old has improved with each run and produced a career-best second before a 73-day break. Returning with scope for further progress, he looks well placed to shed his maiden tag.
Race 6 could see Lerena and Azzie complete a double with proven stayer Poet’s Warrior. The six-year-old boasts a perfect three-from-three record over 2400m and is unbeaten in two starts over this course and distance. He has also thrived under Lerena, suffering only one defeat from four rides together. His latest run over 3200m can be forgiven, and the return to his preferred distance makes him a major contender to end a lengthy win drought.
Zackey has another strong opportunity in Race 7 aboard Gimmesumluv for Lucky Houdalakis. The daughter of Gimmethegreenlight has improved since cheekpieces were fitted and confirmed that progress with a close fourth over 1600m on the Inside Track. The drop back to 1400m and return to the Standside course could suit perfectly, and another step forward may be enough to see her return to winning form.
With Lerena and Zackey partnered with several of the card’s leading chances, punters have a straightforward approach to the meeting. Snowblade, Isaac Stephan, Poet’s Warrior and Gimmesumluv all make strong appeals on recent form, while any significant betting support for Beautiful Rosie could signal the arrival of another smart De Kock import. Following the country’s top riders may prove the key to finding winners on Sunday.
Prix de Diane (French Oaks) Preview
The Prix de Diane has long stood as one of the defining races of the European season for three-year-old fillies, and this year’s edition at Chantilly has an obvious headline act.
Diamond Necklace, already a Classic winner this season, will attempt to complete a major French double when she steps up to 2100 metres in the Group 1 Prix de Diane, France’s version of the Oaks.
A field of 11 fillies has been declared for Sunday’s feature, with Diamond Necklace expected to start at the head of the market. Ryan Moore will take the ride on the Aidan O’Brien-trained daughter of St Mark’s Basilica, who has drawn well in stall three. Her Ballydoyle stablemate Moments Of Joy will also line up, with Wayne Lordan booked to ride from stall eight.
Run under set-weight conditions, the Prix de Diane is one of the great prizes on the French calendar. First staged in 1843, the race has been won by some outstanding fillies and has often shaped the second half of the European season. The honour roll includes names such as Allez France, Zarkava, Treve, Laurens, Blue Rose Cen and Nashwa, while Treve famously used her dominant Diane victory in 2013 as the platform for the first of her two Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe wins.
This year, however, much of the attention will be on whether Diamond Necklace can carry her brilliant mile form to the longer Chantilly trip.
The Ballydoyle filly was highly impressive when winning the Poule d’Essai des Pouliches, the French 1000 Guineas, at ParisLongchamp. That victory confirmed her as one of the leading fillies of her generation and maintained the upward curve that began during her juvenile season, when she had already advertised her top-level ability in the Prix Marcel Boussac.
What made that last-start performance so striking was the manner of it. Diamond Necklace travelled with purpose, quickened when asked and gave the impression there was still more to come. She did not simply win a Classic; she won it like a filly with the scope to stretch further in distance and improve again.
That is the central question at Chantilly. The Prix de Diane is not a straightforward extension of Guineas form. The race asks a different question. It is run around Chantilly’s sweeping circuit, over an extended mile and a quarter, and it demands balance, rhythm and stamina as well as a sharp turn of foot.
O’Brien appears confident Diamond Necklace has the right tools for the assignment. The filly has reportedly pleased since her French Guineas success, and the plan had always been to return to France for the Diane if she came through that race in good order. Her trainer has also indicated that the step up to 2100 metres has never been viewed as a major concern.
Her sire St Mark’s Basilica improved when he moved up in distance, and Diamond Necklace has shown several similar traits: professionalism, tactical speed, balance and the ability to travel strongly before quickening. Those qualities are often vital in the Diane, where fillies can be exposed if they are too keen, too one-paced or unable to handle the track.
Better ground should also be in her favour, and from a favourable draw in stall three, Moore should have the opportunity to give her a smooth run without being forced into a difficult tactical position.
The opposition, however, is not without depth.
Green Spirit, trained by Christopher Head, adds an important French presence and knows Diamond Necklace well. She was runner-up to her in the Prix Marcel Boussac and then finished third behind her in the Poule d’Essai des Pouliches. Drawn in stall one, she gets another chance to test herself against the favourite and could be dangerous if she enjoys a soft run close to the speed.
Britain has a strong hand, with five runners declared — one more than the home team. The group is headed by Evolutionist, the Karl Burke-trained filly who finished second in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket. She has drawn stall five and is expected to appreciate the longer trip. Burke has suggested she has strengthened since her Guineas run and that she will be ridden with more restraint this time, rather than being asked to race as prominently as she did at Newmarket.
That change in tactics could make her a serious threat if she settles and produces her turn of foot late. Diamond Necklace may be the filly they all have to beat, but Evolutionist brings high-class Classic form of her own and should not be underestimated.
Felicitas is another British-trained runner with claims. The Teofilo filly was runner-up in the Musidora Stakes at York and has drawn stall seven. That form gives her a solid middle-distance profile, and the Chantilly trip should play to her strengths if she can continue her progression.
The Ballydoyle team could also be represented strongly by Moments Of Joy, who brings a different profile to Diamond Necklace. She was seen in the Musidora Stakes at York, where the tempo may not have played fully to her strengths. She had several options on the table, including the Epsom Oaks and the Ribblesdale Stakes, but Chantilly has emerged as the preferred target. She looks like a filly who could appreciate the trip and the track, especially if the ground remains on the quicker side.
Still, the race revolves around Diamond Necklace.
The Prix de Diane has a reputation for producing elite fillies, but it is not easily won. Only the very best can combine Classic speed with the stamina and composure required at Chantilly. That is why the race has historically carried such weight, and why a victory here would significantly enhance Diamond Necklace’s status.
A win would not only give her a second French Classic of the season, it would also place her among the leading fillies in Europe and open the door to even bigger targets later in the year. The Arc has been a dream for some Diane winners, and while that conversation can wait, a strong performance on Sunday would make it difficult to ignore.
Diamond Necklace has already shown brilliance at a mile. Now she must prove she can be just as effective over 2100 metres.
By Scott Bailey – iRACE
Enflame primed to catch fire
The Gr3 Lucky Fish Winter Stakes over 2400m headlines Saturday’s mixed turf and polytrack meeting at Hollywoodbets Greyville and could play a key role in determining the final Hollywoodbets Durban July field.
Candice and Tammy Dawson’s Enflame has done little wrong in recent staying races and should be a major contender, while Patrick Kruyer’s Tenpenny looks capable of bouncing back after a disappointing run on soft ground. Prior to that effort, he had produced strong Cape staying form and retains the services of JP van der Merwe. Native Ruler has been competing well in stronger company and remains an interesting prospect despite being untested at the distance.
Shoot The Rapids is another July hopeful. Nathan Kotzen’s gelding has finished runner-up in his last two starts and gets a major boost with Richard Fourie booked. Holding Thumbs should improve over this trip after a needed comeback run, while Sean Tarry’s Future Pearl could surprise off a much-reduced rating if returning to his best form.
The supporting card is highly competitive with few standout bankers. In the opener, Highveld raider Tanareef should improve on a promising debut, while Lenoxx and Deonaire appear closely matched after recent efforts. Kid From The South is another to monitor, particularly if supported in the betting.
Sweet Green rates one of the better bets on the card. The Justin Snaith-trained filly was a beaten favourite after an encouraging debut but remains progressive. Pacific Mood should improve significantly after a green first outing, while Queraristinyferrari may benefit from switching back to turf.
Former champion trainer Ricky Maingard has enjoyed immediate success since relocating to KZN and his runner in the opening PA leg warrants respect. Light The Fire brings strong recent form, while Barry’s Boy remains a danger after a solid polytrack effort.
The Pick 6 opener is wide open. Wendy Whitehead’s Definitely Yes looks the stable elect despite a wide draw, aided by a 4kg claim. Little Boy Blue and Bangladesh are key rivals, while Gorgeous Guy could improve on the switch to polytrack.
Mohave Prince seeks a fourth win from his last five starts and remains the one to beat in race five despite a penalty. Gimmefabulous, Uzwano and Office In Command all have claims.
Day Two, No Pressure and outsider Intuitive Spirit head the selections in a competitive sixth race. Later, class performer Cats Pajamas looks capable of overcoming top weight despite a drop in trip. Circumbendibus and King Of The Gauls are respected rivals.
In the finale, Black Eagle brings strong Cape form and can make amends for a recent defeat. Serengetti Sun and the consistent Miss World also have strong winning claims.
Appleby stars on collision course in Queen Anne
By Press Association Sport Reporters
Charlie Appleby’s top-class pair of Notable Speech and Opera Ballo are among 10 confirmations for the Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot on Tuesday.
The traditional curtain-raiser for the five-day meeting always attracts a quality field and this year’s renewal is no exception, with Appleby responsible for the top two in the betting.
Notable Speech finished fourth last year renewal after encountering trouble in running, but is a warm order to set the record straight following an impressive victory in the Lockinge at Newbury last month.
His stablemate Opera Ballo has really come of age this year, with a couple of high-profile wins in Dubai during the winter followed by a successful return to Britain in Sandown’s bet365 Mile, where he claimed the notable scalp of multiple Group One winner Field Of Gold.
Appleby could also saddle possible pacemaker First Conquest.
The defending champion and Ascot specialist Docklands will return to the Berkshire circuit to defend his Queen Anne title for Harry Eustace, while the William Haggas-trained More Thunder and Karl Burke’s Zeus Olympios could renew rivalry with Notable Speech after finishing second and third respectively in the Lockinge.
John and Thady Gosden’s Lockinge sixth Damysus and the Charlie Hills-trained seventh Cicero’s Gift also feature along with Ed Walker’s recent Tattenham Corner Stakes winner Ten Bob Tony and Expanded, who is Aidan O’Brien’s sole representative.
Australian raider Overpass is the headline act in the King Charles III Stakes, for which 27 sprinters have stood their ground.
His biggest challengers appear to be Burke’s Temple Stakes winner Night Raider, Francis-Henri Graffard’s Rayevka, O’Brien’s three-year-old Mission Central, Jim Goldie’s 2025 hero American Affair and the 2024 winner of this race, Asfoora.
As expected George Scott has supplemented his dual Lingfield winner Behike, while at bigger odds George Boughey is looking forward to saddling Rosy Affair, who has won three of her last four starts and was last seen claiming a Listed prize at Haydock late last month.
“She drops back to five furlongs and I’ve been wanting to do that for a while. She’s shown loads of pace at home and the quickest we’ve ever had a horse go over five furlongs was her yesterday, which gives me confidence to run five furlongs with her,” said Boughey.
“She used to miss the kick but she’s matured as a five-year-old now and she’s just starting to learn how to sprint.”
Another horse expected to outrun his price is Simon and Ed Crisford’s Cover Up, who won two of his four winter starts at the Dubai Carnival.
Simon Crisford said: “Cover Up is going to run in the King Charles III Stakes. He’s had a nice break since Dubai, he looks fantastic and I really think that race is going to suit him. He’ll go there fresh and well.
“He’s looking like a bull, he’s fresh and well and I think he will go nicely in a race like this.”
Thirty-one two-year-olds have been entered for the Group Two Coventry Stakes, a race Aidan O’Brien has won on a record 11 occasions.
The Ballydoyle handler appears intent on adding to his tally, with Confucius, Great Barrier Reef and Sergei Diaghilev giving him a strong hand.
It’s Fairview, it’s Friday, follow Fourie
Trainer Alan Greeff has not been at his best on the Polytrack over the last few weeks, but if they remain on the turf this Friday, then he should have a good meeting.
The best of his two runners could be Slash ‘N Burn in Race 5 and Homing Pigeon in Race 7. Jockey Richard Fourie will be aboard both those runners.
Homing Pigeon takes on eight other rivals in the Wedgewood Handicap over 2400m. The Hawwaam filly has been very consistent since blinkers were applied, and she has already won twice in just four starts at this course.
She was a wide-margin winner on her local debut on a soft track over 1600m back in March. The second runner that day, Missouri Flame, has won since. The three-year-old filly did score on the Polytrack over 2200m in April when Fourie was riding her for the first time.
Homing Pigeon was beaten last time out at short odds, finishing third behind stable companion Green Isle over the Fairview Polytrack over 1900m. This longer distance does look ideal for her.
Blinkers have also clearly made a difference to her stable companion Slash ‘N Burn and he could win Race 5, a MR 74 Handicap over 1200m.
The Irish-bred gelding scored in his sixth start, which was in a handicap at Kenilworth over 1100m. A three-point penalty followed that win and it was a solid performance from him as he gave a filly that has won a couple of times this season 4.5kg and a beating by a head. Fourie has ridden him in all of his starts, and now he makes his local debut.
Greeff could also win the last race with the filly Kleinzee. Kleinzee is unbeaten in two starts. Both were on the Polytrack and were narrow wins, but it is noticeable that Greeff has given the ride to 4kg apprentice Eduan Muller.
Clive Robinson
G1 JJ Atkins & G1 Stradbroke Preview
Eagle Farm takes centre stage this Saturday with two major Group 1 contests shaping a high-quality afternoon of racing in Brisbane.
The two-year-olds will step out in the $1 million J.J. Atkins over 1600 metres, a race that often identifies the emerging staying and classic prospects of the next season. Later on the card, the $3 million Stradbroke Handicap brings together a deep field of established stars, local heroes, weight-for-age performers and emerging handicap chances over 1400 metres.
Both races carry very different profiles, but each has the feel of a genuine championship event.
$1 Million G1 J.J. Atkins 1600m
The J.J. Atkins has drawn together a fascinating mix of proven Queensland form, Sydney raiders and improving juveniles ready to test themselves at a mile.
The obvious starting point is Berzelius, who stamped himself as a serious Group 1 player with his win in the BRC Sires’ Produce Stakes at Eagle Farm. Trained by Michael Freedman and ridden again by Tommy Berry, the Extreme Choice colt showed he could settle, travel and finish off strongly over 1400 metres. That performance suggested the step to 1600 metres should be within reach, particularly from barrier five, which gives Berry options to find cover and build into the race at the right time.
Berzelius had been beaten in the Ken Russell Memorial at the Gold Coast before producing a much sharper performance in the Sires’ Produce. That progression is important because the J.J. Atkins often rewards horses peaking at the end of a campaign rather than those who have shown their hand too early. His Eagle Farm win showed both toughness and adaptability, and he now gets the chance to turn that Group 2 success into a Group 1 title.
Martist is another major player. The Tony Gollan-trained colt has been around the mark throughout his short career and brings a strong local profile into the race. He chased home Vantorix in the Spirit Of Boom Classic before finishing third behind Berzelius in the Sires’ Produce. Mark Zahra sticks with him, and while barrier 12 is not perfect, he has shown enough closing quality to be a genuine winning chance if the race opens up late.
Chris Waller has a strong presence through Tron Bolt and Stormy Marco. Tron Bolt arrives with a progressive profile, having won at Kensington before producing another strong performance at Rosehill. He has been effective from off the speed and gives the impression that the mile will suit. The Waller stable knows exactly how to place and prepare young horses for this type of assignment, and Tron Bolt’s form through Sydney should measure up well.
Stormy Marco is the more intriguing Waller runner. He was a debut winner over 1400 metres at Hawkesbury before finishing midfield in the Sires’ Produce. That run may not tell the full story, as he was still inexperienced and appeared capable of better than the bare result. From barrier two, he could get a much softer run this time and should not be dismissed.
Voynichese adds another layer of interest. The Nick Olive-trained filly has quickly moved through the grades, winning a country maiden before stepping up sharply to take out the Phoenix at Eagle Farm over 1500 metres. That win showed she is already comfortable around the circuit and gives her a strong platform for the mile. She faces a tougher task against the boys and a deeper Group 1 field, but her timing is good and she arrives with momentum.
Glenorchy also exits the Phoenix, where he chased Voynichese home after starting favourite. He is still a maiden, but his closing effort over 1500 metres gives him some claims if the tempo is genuine. Cormier brings a lightly raced profile and comes through a strong Rosehill placing behind Tron Bolt, while Kickup Rocky has local experience and was far from disgraced when fourth in the Sires’ Produce after getting well back.
The J.J. Atkins looks likely to revolve around whether Berzelius can repeat his Sires’ Produce performance at the mile. If he can, he sets a high standard. Martist has the right form to turn the tables, Tron Bolt brings the Waller polish, and Voynichese is the fast-rising filly trying to complete a remarkable rise.
$3 Million G1 Stradbroke Handicap 1400m
The Stradbroke Handicap again has all the ingredients of a classic Eagle Farm grand final: a capacity field, proven Group 1 performers, progressive lightweight hopes and a genuine spread of winning chances.
Headley Grange enters as one of the key runners after his breakthrough win in the Kingsford Smith Cup. The Joseph Pride-trained gelding proved he could match it at the highest level when successful over 1300 metres at Eagle Farm, and the rise to 1400 metres looks suitable. He drops into the Stradbroke with 55kg and has drawn barrier eight, which gives Adam Hyeronimus the chance to hold a midfield position without being forced too far back. That combination of recent Group 1 winning form, a suitable draw and a workable weight makes him one of the most important runners in the race.
Fangirl brings the class factor. The Chris Waller-trained mare has been one of Australia’s best weight-for-age performers for several seasons and comes into the Stradbroke after running third in the Kingsford Smith Cup. She has won multiple races at 1400 metres and 1600 metres, and James McDonald taking the ride is a major positive. The challenge is the weight: 56.5kg is a significant impost in a Stradbroke, especially against younger or lighter-weighted rivals. Even so, her closing sectionals and proven Group 1 quality make her impossible to ignore.
Rothfire gives the race a strong Queensland storyline. The Robert Heathcote-trained warrior returned to the Group 1 winners’ circle in the Doomben 10,000 before finishing seventh in the Kingsford Smith Cup. He has been a crowd favourite for years and remains capable of producing a big performance when conditions fall his way. Eagle Farm is familiar territory, and although the 1400 metres is a question compared with his best sprinting form, his toughness and class keep him in the conversation.
Private Eye is another seasoned Group 1 performer who commands respect. Trained by Joseph Pride, he has built a career around high-level performances from 1200 metres to 1600 metres and has run well in elite company across multiple campaigns. His sixth in the Kingsford Smith Cup was better than it may read on paper, with only a small margin separating several key runners. From barrier four, Nash Rawiller can have him closer to the speed than some of the other main chances, which could prove important.
Another Wil also comes through the Kingsford Smith Cup, where he finished fourth and was beaten less than a length. The Ciaron Maher-trained gelding has always looked a high-class 1400-metre to mile horse, and he now gets another chance to land a major Group 1. The draw in barrier 17 is the obvious concern, but his tactical speed gives Ryan Maloney options if he can slide across without doing too much early work.
Among the lighter-weighted chances, Spicy Martini is especially interesting. She was runner-up to Rothfire in the Doomben 10,000 and carries just 51.5kg here from barrier two. That gives her a genuine map advantage if she can hold a position and conserve energy. Her Eagle Farm record is also strong, which makes her one of the more attractive lightweight runners in the field.
Abounding is another local with claims, especially after earning her way into the race through strong winter carnival form. She carries 52kg and has enough tactical versatility to be competitive, although barrier 15 means she will need luck early. Transatlantic, King Of Roseau, Estadio Mestalla and Warnie add further depth to a race where the tempo and track pattern could play a major role.
Sixties sits as Emergency 1 as Jamie Melham bypassed other offers to stick with the Chris Waller trained runner and connections will be nervously refreshing the racing page to see if any runner comes out before Saturday morning in hope of gaining a start.
The Stradbroke sets up as a clash between established class and race-shape advantage. Fangirl is the headline mare, Headley Grange is the in-form Group 1 winner, Rothfire is the Queensland hero, and Private Eye brings proven big-race credentials. But with the light weights and wide barriers adding layers of complexity, this year’s edition has all the hallmarks of a truly competitive Stradbroke.
By Scott Bailey – iRACE
Michel magic to continue at Turffontein
French jockey Mickaëlle Michel continues to make headlines in South Africa following her historic Grade 1 victory aboard Star Major in the Daily News 2000. She heads to Thursday’s Turffontein Inside meeting with another strong book of rides and realistic prospects of adding further success.
Champion sire Vercingetorix could also dominate the card, with two of his offspring holding leading claims in the opening races.
Race 1 sees Snowblade emerge as a standout contender. The Mike Azzie-trained juvenile caught the eye on debut when finishing second over 1000m despite drifting to 25-1 in the betting. He finished strongly and shapes as though the step up to 1600m will suit perfectly. Rachel Venniker’s 1.5kg claim further enhances his chances and natural improvement could be enough to see him break through.
Another Vercingetorix runner, Feast Of Berries, looks poised to improve sharply in race 2. The Mike and Mathew de Kock-trained filly showed promise when fourth on debut over 1160m and now steps up to 1600m. Her pedigree strongly suggests the extra distance will suit, with her dam Redberry Lane a multiple winner over the trip, including the Grade 1 Garden Province Stakes.
Michel’s strongest ride may come in race 4 aboard Future Gamble. The progressive James Crawford-trained daughter of Futura seeks a fourth consecutive victory over 2000m after an impressive four-length win against male rivals. Michel has partnered the filly to two victories already and, despite an eight-point penalty, the manner of her latest success suggests she remains ahead of the handicapper. With Crawford’s stable in top form and Michel riding with confidence, another win looks within reach.
Michel could complete a double in race 7 on Power Of Pearls. The Candice and Tammy Dawson-trained filly opened her account over the Durban Polytrack last month and now enters handicap company off what appears a workable mark. Her previous Turffontein form is solid, the 1000m trip suits, and Michel’s claim adds further value.
National jockeys’ championship leader Craig Zackey is also expected to feature prominently. He has strong claims aboard Falconfly in race 5 and Ringa Ringa Roses in race 8, both trained by Lucky Houdalakis. The stable could easily emerge with a double of its own on a card where Michel, Zackey and the offspring of Vercingetorix are likely to command most of the attention.
Clive Robinson
Blinkers to make the difference
Punters face a competitive polytrack card at Hollywoodbets Greyville on Wednesday, headed by a Progress Plate over 1400m where Powerandtheglory looks a leading contender. Despite a wide draw, the Justin Snaith-trained runner brings strong Cape form and could improve further with first-time blinkers.
Hah Lah Lah, unbeaten in two starts for Dean Kannemeyer, has impressed on the poly and remains progressive, while Vapour Trail and Good For You are both capable of significant improvement and cannot be overlooked.
One of the stronger bets on the card may come in the opener with Meeksha, who has performed well in both starts and showed promise on the poly last time. Tiger Kody, who improved markedly with blinkers, rates the main danger.
In the first leg of the Place Accumulator, Gimme The Power has been consistent over course and distance, while Greek Heiress and Queen’s Bounty both appeal from favourable draws and suitable race conditions.
Race 3 sees Lilting Song take on males after a solid effort from a wide draw last time. Polytrack specialist Pied Piper and Cape visitor Hunga Tonga, a recent winner for Ricky Maingard, are major threats.
The fourth race is wide open. Send Me has shown improvement in blinkers, Ragnar The King comes off a better effort, and Gardner’s Pride returns to his preferred surface.
In Race 5, Take Your Place gets first-time blinkers and a reduced handicap mark, making him a serious contender against the reliable Trafalgar Square and the improving Victor Rail.
Siberian Winter looks overdue for success in Race 7, though Princess Goldie, Landonne, and Last Car To Pass all have claims.
In the finale, Navajo Dancer can improve after a needed comeback run. Meerkat Moon is progressing well, while Dapper gets a chance to reverse recent form with Ultra Quick on more favourable weight terms.
Goldie relishing American Affair’s Royal Ascot return
By Josh Luckhurst, Press Association
Jim Goldie is excited for American Affair’s return to Royal Ascot as he prepares to defend his King Charles III crown.
The six-year-old stable star provided Goldie with the first Group One success of his long training career last summer before a leg issue ruled him out for the rest of the 2025 season and derailed any autumn ambitions and a return to Ascot on British Champions Day.
He finished down the field on his reappearance over six furlongs in the Minster Stakes at York, but the son of Washington DC returned to form in the Temple Stakes at Haydock last month with only Karl Burke’s Night Raider proving a length too good.
“We were delighted with the way he ran. Possibly the ground didn’t suit him on the day, but he liked Ascot last year and if we get similar ground I think he won’t be far off,” the Uplawmoor handler said ahead of a likely rematch with his Haydock conqueror.
“You’d like to think he may improve a bit for that (Haydock) and better ground would suit him as well, providing that’s what we get.
“We know he likes it there at Ascot and we can make a plan thereafter, like York for the Nunthorpe. If you win the King Charles III, the world kind of opens up for you and you get invited to wherever.
“We thought we were going to America (Breeders’ Cup) last year and then we got a problem. He’s a nice problem to have so watch this space.”
Please Be True can turn the tide
Hollywoodbets Kenilworth hosts a competitive midweek card on Tuesday, likely to be run on a soft track. With two minor feature races topping the bill and several intriguing betting opportunities, racing fans should be in for an entertaining afternoon.
In the Winter Mile (Race 7), Please Be True looks the horse to beat. Since returning from a break, he has steadily improved, following a promising sprint comeback with a strong second to Chasingtherainbow over 1400m. Now 2kg better off with that rival and partnered by Muzi Yeni, he appears ready to return to the winner’s enclosure.
Major Master is another on the rise after defeating the consistent Boogiefied last time and should be competitive at feature level. Chasingtherainbow, who gave trainer Rob Barrett his first winner after taking out his licence, arrives in top form despite a tougher weight assignment.
The supporting Winter Sprint sees The Us Of A hold strong claims. His recent second to Café Culture reads exceptionally well, and his trademark turn of foot makes him a major contender under Richard Fourie. All The Rage, a talented three-year-old returning from a break, could emerge as the biggest danger, while Dance Variety remains difficult to assess.
Earlier on the card, Jewel Mule (Race 1) should improve on a promising debut, while Saratoga Sunrise (Race 2) appeals after catching the eye late on debut. Mente Et Manu gets the nod in Race 3, although Handsome Prince and returning Miami Summer warrant respect.
Miss Attitude can reward consistency in Race 4, while Black Cheetah may find a suitable opportunity in Race 5 despite a tricky draw. Super Viking looks ready to break through in Race 8 after a narrow defeat last time.
The final race could belong to Apricity, who relishes soft ground and has been knocking on the door in recent starts.
Porfirio can keep course and distance record intact
Trainer Kelly Mitchley must be very pleased with what she has got out of Porfirio, as the now ten-time winner has already struck five times this season.The seven-year-old gelding takes on nine rivals in Race 6, a Middle Stakes over 1600m on the Fairview Polytrack.
Porfirio is unbeaten in three starts over this course and distance. Jockey Muzi Yeni has won three times on him this season and the gelding was not disgraced last time out when fourth behind the useful Zinovi in a stronger race than this.
His stable companion, the filly Genovefa, also boasts a strong record on this surface, although not quite as good as Porfirio. She has won four of her six Polytrack starts, along with a runner-up finish and a third place.
This Danon Platina filly runs in Race 7, a MR 84 Handicap for fillies and mares over 1200m. Genovefa has a solid record over the course and distance with two wins and a third from three starts. Once again, stable jockey Yeni takes the ride, but she faces a tougher assignment this time from a poor draw in stall No 8, so front-running tactics may be employed.
Probably the most interesting race on the card is the finale, where juvenile Casperita looks to be on a confidence-boosting mission.
The Fire Away filly was an impressive wide-margin debut winner and has since been pitched into stronger company than the low-grade handicap she tackles on this occasion. From a good draw, jockey Richard Fourie really ought to be hard to beat with her.
Race for the Trainers’ Championship: Size matters in battle for the...
The Hong Kong racing season has entered its final six weeks, and while there’s plenty on the line between now and the end of the concluding meeting on 15 July, it’s the battle royale for the trainers’ championship that looks most likely to go the distance.
But while current leader Caspar Fownes (60 wins), Danny Shum (57) and Mark Newnham (56) have been in strong form of late and Francis Lui (50) and David Hayes (49) are clinging on, one must now wonder if master trainer John Size’s bid for a record-extending 14th title has reached the end of the road.
Sitting on 47 successes after one win at Happy Valley on Wednesday night, Size now sits 13 victories from the lead with only 11 meetings remaining in the campaign. Only a fool would write him off completely, but it does look like a tall order from here.
Things could have been different if Size had enjoyed just a little more luck at Sha Tin last Sunday and throughout the 2025/26 season in general.
Needing winners to breathe life into his title push, Size endured four seconds last Sunday – including runner-up finishes in the final three races on the card – to continue a campaign that has seen him find one horse too good a remarkable 61 times.
That’s 12 more seconds than the next unluckiest trainer – Mark Newnham on 49 – while Fownes (38) and Shum (37) have experienced considerably fewer runner-up results than Size.
On top of that, Size has had more thirds – 53 – than anyone but Lui (59).
Looking ahead to Sha Tin this weekend, however, Size looks just about as likely as anyone in the top six to have an impact, with last-start third-placegetter Fit For Beauty and recent winner Meepmeep among his eight runners.
Much like Size, Hayes and Lui are at risk of falling by the wayside if they don’t strike soon and often.
While there doesn’t look to be a standout among Hayes’ 10-strong hand, Lui will be hoping for big showings from Hot Delight in the Class 2 Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships Handicap (1200m) and last-start winner Thunder Kit in the Class 3 HKU Jockey Club Tower Handicap (1400m).
At the top end of the tussle, Fownes saddles up the interesting Sky Deep, who races for the first time since his win in March last year in the Class 4 HKU Faculties Of Dentistry And Social Sciences Handicap (1200m) while Newnham has just two runners and Shum’s book looks only fair.
Lightness Of Music is one horse Shum will be hoping can produce a good performance from the favourable barrier 12 in the Class 3 HKU Foundation Handicap (1000m).
Trainers’ Ranking (Top 6) – As of 4 June, 2026
| Trainer | Win | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | Total runs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | C Fownes | 60 | 38 | 37 | 36 | 38 | 496 |
| 2nd | D Shum | 57 | 37 | 32 | 39 | 32 | 459 |
| 3rd | M Newnham | 56 | 49 | 48 | 49 | 38 | 506 |
| 4th | F Lui | 50 | 41 | 59 | 33 | 39 | 471 |
| 5th | D Hayes | 49 | 41 | 43 | 48 | 42 | 596 |
| 6th | J Size | 47 | 61 | 53 | 39 | 52 | 534 |
June 7 Selangor Preview By Mark Lydeamore
RACE 1 (2-6-3-1)
SOLIDASAROCK (2) is still a maiden but the tag can be broken in what appears to be a winnable contest. The four-year-old continues to improve with race experience and is ready to strike. BORN TO WIN (6) draws wide but returned to form last start as he attempts to break the three-year winning drought. LIM’S BESTBREAKER (3) has not won since March 2024 and is suited by the distance rise while GOLDEN LIGHTNING (1) came close to winning over the 1400m two runs back and is a chance despite going up 6kg.
RACE 2 (6-2-1-5)
EVER RELIABLE (6) seems to thrive over 1800m and was back in form following his impressive 4.75L win here two weeks ago and R Nuqman has ridden the gelding to three wins from seven rides. NAVY SEALS (2) made up many lengths when placed 4th over 1800m and will benefit on the downgrade. HENNU STALL (1) finished runner up to EVER RELIABLE (6) and is bred to stay. However, he does not win too often but is honest and always one to fill a trifecta spot. WISEMAN (5) was slow to begin last start but also possesses a staying pedigree having scored up to 2000m in the past.
RACE 3 (2-10-3-11)
LUCKY EIGHT ONE (2) has burnt the pockets of his followers recently but it may pay to stick with him as he looks ready to take on the 1400m trip. MEGA MAXIMUS (10) is a three year old with potential as he finally delivered a win last start and is capable of winning again on the upgrade, THOUSAND MILE EYE (3) has been freshened since his 1300m win on April 5 while SUPER BOWL (11) is yet to win from numerous attempts in Class 4 but has once again linked up with inform jockey Bernardo Pinheiro.
RACE 4 (5-6-1-10)
BANKER’S EMPIRE (5) won his maiden in February and his first up run on May 24 (3rd) suggests he is capable of winning a Class 4 contest. ARTOIS (6) hasn’t received much luck with barrier draws recently but remains competitive at this level and from the six gate he can figure prominently. SECRET WONDER (1) drops in class and is a winner at his only appearance in Class 4 company while ANIKI (10) is a fast beginner still searching for that elusive Malaysian win.
RACE 5 (4-6-3-1)
BANKER’S HONOR (4) has been in great form with successive wins in March and April and can quickly atone for his nose defeat here a fortnight ago. NAVARRE (6) is also a model of consistency with both local victories recorded by big margins and should measure up to Class 3 company for the first time. GULF EAGLE (3) is proven at this level and his trial win recently suggests he is back on track for a forward showing. BANKER’S KINGDOM (1) won by 7.25L over the distance in Ipoh two starts back looks well placed after the claim while PACIFIC PERY closed off well last start and the mile trip should not pose a problem.
RACE 6 (7-12-1-3)
BANKER’S BABY (7) has only missed a place once in eight local starts and the recent addition of blinkers has worked wonders for the mare who is due to strike back. FRIEND OF HONOR (12) will break his Class 4 duck very soon and once again gets his chance with 53.5kg. CHEVAL PEGASUS (1) made up good ground when narrowly beaten upon his return to Class 4 last start and will take beating from pole position. BUURAQ SIXTY-ONE (3) was heavily supported when winning in the “B” division and Benny Woodworth has a good record aboard the Jason Lim trained runners.
RACE 7 (2-8-1-5)
Very open race with Simon Dunderdale represented by four genuine chances. GALAXY GREY (2) won a lowly maiden race in Ipoh on local debut in March but has been competitive in Class 4 since and may be better served dropping back to the “B” division on this occasion. Stable mates INFINITY SPIRIT (8) and PANTONG (1), aided by the 3kg claim both look chances to fill the trifecta spots. BOSS BABY (5) can be a contender on best form while COMMANDER JONES (10) caught the eye when finishing runner up last start.
RACE 8 (8-12-2-3)
MEGA CAPTAIN (8) looks the one to beat on exposed form and can immediately atone for his neck defeat last run. MEGA FORTUNE (12) did not disgrace on debut when placed 3rd (4.25L behind MEGA CAPTAIN) and will strip fitter second up. INFINITY HERCULES (2) franked his good trial form when finishing 2nd in an Open Maiden here on May 23 while SKY KING (3) is coming off five successive third placings and deserves to land the major prize. One to watch from the trials is KING OF THE FINISH (6) from the HY Cheng yard. Looks a nice type in the making and is expected to run well on debut.
RACE 9 (2-6-1-3)
WAIT U KNOW (2) took out a Class 4 contest earlier this year and looks the one to beat, second start back in Class 5. Bernardo Pinheiro successfully combined with SWEY CITY FLYER (6) when the three-year-old opened his winning account on May 17 and is a chance of going back-to-back, FORTUNE MAGIC (1) has performed well in two appearances at Class 4 level and is a chance to break his maiden tag on the downgrade. WRITTEN TOWIN (3) and BOOMBA (10) are coming off last start wins and are worth following.
July hopefuls in action at Turffontein
Sunday’s bumper 10-race programme on Turffontein’s Standside track revolves around the Grade 3 TAB Jubilee Stakes, a pivotal Hollywoodbets Durban July qualifier that could determine the fate of several runners still hoping to force their way into South Africa’s premier race on 4 July.
While the spotlight naturally falls on the 1800m feature, astute punters may find the better betting opportunities elsewhere on a card that appears tailor-made for the powerful Sean Tarry yard and leading rider Craig Zackey, whose partnership could dominate proceedings from start to finish.
Tarry sends out a team capable of winning no fewer than six races and, given the stable’s current form, opposing many of them could prove an expensive exercise.
Zackey’s onslaught begins as early as Race 2 where Lady Harlequin looks overdue for a maiden success. The What A Winter filly has filled the runner-up berth in all three starts, including a commendable effort behind subsequent Grade 2 winner Get Up in Grade 3 company. That form reads exceptionally well in this context and Zackey should finally steer her into the winner’s enclosure over 1160m.
Tarry’s highly regarded Secret Fate can keep her unbeaten record intact in Race 4. The daughter of Master Of My Fate created a favourable impression when winning on debut over the same 1400m trip and, with the benefit of that experience under her belt, natural improvement should make her difficult to oppose under Keagan de Melo.
Punters may not have to wait long for another Tarry success. Prayersandpromises looks poised to capitalise on a return to 1400m in Race 5 after finishing an encouraging fourth over a sharper 1160m last time. The son of Gimmethegreenlight shaped as though he was crying out for this extra ground and Zackey can complete a quickfire stable double.
The Tarry-Zackey combination also holds a powerful hand in the Egoli Mile, the second leg of the Highveld Winter Series for three-year-olds. Fire Storm finished second to King Harald in the Listed Secretariat Stakes, the opening leg of the series, but now enjoys a 1kg pull at the weights with that rival. The Pathfork gelding is well positioned to reverse that form.
The day’s feature, the Grade 3 TAB Jubilee Stakes, presents one of the most intriguing betting puzzles on the card. Atticus Finch and Olivia’s Way are closely matched on the ratings and both warrant serious respect, but there is a strong case for siding with the latter.
Roy Magner’s mare remains on the fringes of the Durban July picture and may require a victory here to secure her place in the final field. Motivation, race conditions and profile all suggest she could be the value play in the feature.
Tarry’s grip on the meeting may tighten further in Race 8 when Grade 1 SA Classic hero Grand Empire returns from a 13-week break. The son of Vercingetorix faces a stern task at the weights but progressive three-year-olds often bridge such gaps through sheer improvement. His Classic victory suggested there is plenty more to come and Zackey reunites with a colt whose ceiling remains unknown.
The stable’s momentum could continue in Race 9 through the improving Tintin. The lightly raced Rafeef gelding lost little in defeat when runner-up over this course and distance last time, his first attempt at the mile. With that valuable experience now banked and racing off the same mark, he looks well placed to resume winning ways.
If the script unfolds as expected, Tarry may still have one final ace to play in the lucky last. Slender Silhouette appeals as another strong winning prospect after an encouraging return from a break. The Vercingetorix filly finished second on her handicap debut in stronger company and should strip considerably fitter for that outing.
Under De Melo, she has every chance of going one better and putting the finishing touches on what could be a red-letter afternoon for one of the Highveld’s most formidable operations.
The Jubilee Stakes will ultimately decide which July hopefuls remain in contention, but from a betting perspective Sunday may be remembered less for Durban July implications and more for another exhibition of Tarry’s remarkable strength in depth and Zackey’s relentless ability to convert opportunity into winners.
France Express Form & Race Previews (Compiegne/Lyon-Parilly) – Saturday, June 13
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RACE 1: DES ETANGS DE L’ETOT MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 2) – 1600M – TIME: 18:00 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700
Victory Pace (IRE) Runner-up over 1600m at Chantilly in a Maiden on 12 May. Can go one better on latest effort. Chilada Useful run in third over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a Maiden on 23 May. Can step forward on French debut run. Mackaya (FR) Runner-up over 1400m at Compiegne in a Maiden on 25 April. Include in all bets once again. Kaplya (FR) Dam won four races from 1000m – 1400m and this newcomer is one worth noting on debut. The market will be our best guide.
RACE 2: DES ETANGS DE BATIGNY MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 3) – 2400M – TIME: 18:31 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16500
Sevenna’s Bay (GER) No show in tenth over 2400m at Clairefontaine in a Divided Handicap on 21 October last year. Back in a Maiden and should go well. Rinascero (IRE) Finished sixth over 2400m at ParisLong – champ in a Class 3 Handicap on 21 May. Big chance against this lot. Messager De Faust (FR) Runner-up over 2200m at Lyon Parilly in a Maiden on 6 June. Improving sort who should challenge strongly. Brighton Sport (FR) Dam raced once for a third-place effort in Germany and colt debuts as a four-year-old. He could be ready to put up a fair run.
RACE 3: DE CLERMONT DE L’OISE CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 4) – 1800M – TIME: 19:03 PRIZE MONEY: EUR15400
Dorianello (FR) Placed sixth over 1600m in a Handicap on 25 May. Capable of scoring here. Blue Ocean Dream (GER) Seventh over 2000m in a Handicap when last seen on 20 May. Holds genuine claims. Burattina (IRE) Average effort last start when eighth over 2000m in a Handicap on 5 June. Third before that over 1800m. Can challenge with fair form. No Limits (FR) Below-par last start over 2400m in a Handicap on 11 March. Returns from a break and may surprise.
RACE 4: DE LA LAUNETTE CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 5) – 2000M – TIME: 19:40 PRIZE MONEY: EUR18200
Jour De Coeur (FR) Forgivable tenth in a Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 2 June. Can bounce back if wise. Glam Light (FR) Pleasant fifth in a Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 April. Minor each-way chance. Speloncato (IRE) Does not spark the eye when tenth in a Claimer over 1800m at Evreux on 26 May. Needs to polish up. Capitol Hill (FR) Trying seventh in a Claimer over 2000m at Nancy on 5 June. Has the form to be competitive.
RACE 5: DE LA GARDE IMPERIALE HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 6) – 2000M – TIME: 20:15 PRIZE MONEY: EUR14400
Lhasa (IRE) Bold second in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Strong winning chance. Ladiva (FR) Finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Will be strongly involved. River Daven (FR) Finished twelve in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Can redeem herself. Bramante (FR) Forgivable sixteen in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 17 April. Can bounce back.
RACE 6: DU PALAIS IMPERIAL HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 7) – 2000M – TIME: 20:50 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Rheinland (FR) Good third in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 May. Strong winning chance. Landaryna (FR) Encouraging third in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Experience can prevail. Pearl Harbour (FR) Better effort into second in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 May. Minor each-way chance. Katana Des Rocs (FR) Decent third in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 May. Good place chance.
RACE 7: DU THEATRE IMPERIAL HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 8) – 2000M – TIME: 21:32 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21100
San Teodorico (FR) Solid second in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 2 June. Strong winning chance. Sultane (FR) Furnished into second in a Maiden over 2000m at Strasbourg on 27 May. Good each-way chance. Brave Shiina (FR) Finished third in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 19 May. Experienced soldier. Keen Approach (FR) A firm winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Include in all plays.
RACE 8: DES OEILLETS CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 1) – 1350M – TIME: 22:07 PRIZE MONEY: EUR14400
Body Physical (FR) Placed on all five runs, fourth on the latter at Saint-Cloud over 1200m in a Claimer on 22 May. Hard to rule out. Gunnar Enlund (FR) Gelding by Armor, the dam was unraced. From a trainer that knows the time of day. The betting can be the most informative guide. Enfant Paradis (FR) Five unplaced runs, the latest over 1100m at Dieppe in a Claimer on 6 June. Capable of a better performance this time. Mr Say (FR) Placed fourth on his last run over 1100m at Dieppe in a Claimer on 6 June. Can make the frame.
RACE 9: DES TERREAUX HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 2) – 1600M – TIME: 22:42 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16300
Terredeguerre (FR) Two solid efforts of late, a win on the most recent over 1600m at this track in a Class 4 on 30 May. Live contender. Stunning Angel (FR) Placed fourth on her last run over this track and trip in a Class 4 behind TERREDEGUERRE (2) on 30 May. Can be on the premises on better terms. Arcubiatu (FR) Fair third last time over 2000m at Salon Provence in a Class 4 Handicap on 25 May. Among the leading each-way options. Saint Fiacre (FR) Back in the winner’s enclosure at Compiegne over 1600m in a Class 3 Handicap on 20 May last time out. Can make the top-three.
RACE 10: D’AINAY HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 3) – 1600M – TIME: 23:17 PRIZE MONEY: EUR14400
Idaho James (FR) Four placed runs of late, third on the latter over 1600m at Vichy in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 May. Looks ready to win. Topinambur (FR) Ran well to be second at Strasbourg over 1600m in a Class 4 Handicap on 27 May when last seen. Ought to be in the shake-up. Secret Feeling (FR) Below-par last time, third before that over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 Handicap on 21 March. Capable of being on the premises. Sigrune (FR) Three wins form her last five starts, the latest success on her penultimate start at Chatillon in a Class 4 over 1600m on 27 April. Hard to rule out.
RACE 11: DO RE MI FA SOL HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 4) – 2400M – TIME: 23:52 PRIZE MONEY: EUR13400
Lady Mana (FR) Ran well to be fourth at Salon Provence over this trip in a Class 4 Handicap on 25 May last time. One to pay close attention to. Funtano (FR) Three decent efforts of late, a win two runs back over 2000m at this track in a Class 4 Handicap on 29 April, and a third over 2400m at Vichy in May. In form and cannot be discounted. Momo Nelson (IRE) Unplaced last time, third before that over 2000m at this track in a Class 4 Handicap on 14 May. Can be competitive. Parva Scurra (USA) Nice second last time over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 May. Among the leading each-way chances.
RACE 12: DE SAINTE BLANDINE CLAIMING HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 5) – 2000M – TIME: 00:27 PRIZE MONEY: EUR11500
Scarlet Valentine (FR) Finished fifth on the latest start over 2600m at Marseille Vivaux in a Class 4 on 22 May. Can be competitive back down in trip today. Magic Tunis (FR) Placed on all three runs this year, the latter over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 on 22 February. Solid performer and can feature. Agoureil (FR) Recent win over 2600m at Vitteaux in a Class 4 on 24 May. Has ran well at this track before and has top-three aspirations. Vino (FR) Finished fourth at this track over 2200m in a Condition on 6 June last time. Can make her presence felt.
RACE 13: ALBERT SWANN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 6) – 1600M – TIME: 01:02 PRIZE MONEY: EUR20100
Ymeeelih (FR) Unplaced in a Group 1 at ParisLongchamp over 1600m last time on 10 May. Second before that in a Class 2 on 16 April. Back in calmer waters and can be effective. Saint Arnoult (FR) Two good runs, second on the latter over 1600m in a Class 2 at Saint-Cloud on 29 May, and a win on debut in April at Salon Provence. Lightly raced and has more to come. Valdorcia (IRE) Two unplaced runs in Listed of late, second before that in a Class 1 at La Teste over 1200m on 1 April. Among the leading contenders. Family Secret Two unplaced runs this year, the latter of when sixth over 2000m in a Listed at Toulouse on 19 April. Track and trip winner in a Maiden last October. Capable of making the top-three.
RACE 14: LOUIS SAULNIER CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 7) – 1600M – TIME: 01:34 PRIZE MONEY: EUR11500
Dar Es Salaam (FR) Unplaced last time over this track and trip, third before that over the same in a Maiden on 8 May. Looks capable of making his presence felt. Agnesit’a (FR) Placed third on the latest start over 1500m at Marseille Vivaux in a Claimer on 22 May. Ought to play a leading role. L’alta Rocca (FR) Two poor runs of late at this track, second before that over 1600m in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud on 5 March. Has the ability to feature. Halsey (FR) Finished fifth at Evreux in a Claimer over 1800m on 26 May last time. Capable of making the frame with improvement.
RACE 15: ANDRE PALMER MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 8) – 2000M – TIME: 02:06 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Flash Girl (FR) Placed fourth on the latest start over 2000m at this track in a Maiden on 23 May. Has the talent to score. Brunette Coleman (FR) Placed on two of her three runs, third on the latter over 2000m at Salon Provence in a Maiden on 25 May. Key chance. Shambhalla (FR) Finished seventh on her second start over 2400m at Compiegne in a Maiden on 20 May, fourth on debut in a Class 1 in April. Player. The Legend (FR) Placed fourth on his second run over 1800m at Deauville in a Maiden last November. Can have a say in proceedings.
RACE 1: DES ETANGS DE L’ETOT MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 2) – 1600M – TIME: 18:00 PRIZE MONEY: EUR24700
Victory Pace (IRE) Runner-up over 1600m at Chantilly in a Maiden on 12 May. Can go one better on latest effort. Chilada Useful run in third over 2000m at Lyon Parilly in a Maiden on 23 May. Can step forward on French debut run. Mackaya (FR) Runner-up over 1400m at Compiegne in a Maiden on 25 April. Include in all bets once again. Kaplya (FR) Dam won four races from 1000m – 1400m and this newcomer is one worth noting on debut. The market will be our best guide.
RACE 2: DES ETANGS DE BATIGNY MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 3) – 2400M – TIME: 18:31 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16500
Sevenna’s Bay (GER) No show in tenth over 2400m at Clairefontaine in a Divided Handicap on 21 October last year. Back in a Maiden and should go well. Rinascero (IRE) Finished sixth over 2400m at ParisLong – champ in a Class 3 Handicap on 21 May. Big chance against this lot. Messager De Faust (FR) Runner-up over 2200m at Lyon Parilly in a Maiden on 6 June. Improving sort who should challenge strongly. Brighton Sport (FR) Dam raced once for a third-place effort in Germany and colt debuts as a four-year-old. He could be ready to put up a fair run.
RACE 3: DE CLERMONT DE L’OISE CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 4) – 1800M – TIME: 19:03 PRIZE MONEY: EUR15400
Dorianello (FR) Placed sixth over 1600m in a Handicap on 25 May. Capable of scoring here. Blue Ocean Dream (GER) Seventh over 2000m in a Handicap when last seen on 20 May. Holds genuine claims. Burattina (IRE) Average effort last start when eighth over 2000m in a Handicap on 5 June. Third before that over 1800m. Can challenge with fair form. No Limits (FR) Below-par last start over 2400m in a Handicap on 11 March. Returns from a break and may surprise.
RACE 4: DE LA LAUNETTE CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 5) – 2000M – TIME: 19:40 PRIZE MONEY: EUR18200
Jour De Coeur (FR) Forgivable tenth in a Handicap over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 2 June. Can bounce back if wise. Glam Light (FR) Pleasant fifth in a Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 April. Minor each-way chance. Speloncato (IRE) Does not spark the eye when tenth in a Claimer over 1800m at Evreux on 26 May. Needs to polish up. Capitol Hill (FR) Trying seventh in a Claimer over 2000m at Nancy on 5 June. Has the form to be competitive.
RACE 5: DE LA GARDE IMPERIALE HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 6) – 2000M – TIME: 20:15 PRIZE MONEY: EUR14400
Lhasa (IRE) Bold second in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Strong winning chance. Ladiva (FR) Finished fourth in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Will be strongly involved. River Daven (FR) Finished twelve in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Can redeem herself. Bramante (FR) Forgivable sixteen in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 17 April. Can bounce back.
RACE 6: DU PALAIS IMPERIAL HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 7) – 2000M – TIME: 20:50 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Rheinland (FR) Good third in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 May. Strong winning chance. Landaryna (FR) Encouraging third in a Class 4 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Experience can prevail. Pearl Harbour (FR) Better effort into second in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 May. Minor each-way chance. Katana Des Rocs (FR) Decent third in a Class 4 Handicap over 1800m at Compiegne on 25 May. Good place chance.
RACE 7: DU THEATRE IMPERIAL HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM COMPIEGNE RACE 8) – 2000M – TIME: 21:32 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21100
San Teodorico (FR) Solid second in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 2 June. Strong winning chance. Sultane (FR) Furnished into second in a Maiden over 2000m at Strasbourg on 27 May. Good each-way chance. Brave Shiina (FR) Finished third in a Class 3 Handicap over 1800m at Chantilly on 19 May. Experienced soldier. Keen Approach (FR) A firm winner in a Class 3 Handicap over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 15 May. Include in all plays.
RACE 8: DES OEILLETS CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 1) – 1350M – TIME: 22:07 PRIZE MONEY: EUR14400
Body Physical (FR) Placed on all five runs, fourth on the latter at Saint-Cloud over 1200m in a Claimer on 22 May. Hard to rule out. Gunnar Enlund (FR) Gelding by Armor, the dam was unraced. From a trainer that knows the time of day. The betting can be the most informative guide. Enfant Paradis (FR) Five unplaced runs, the latest over 1100m at Dieppe in a Claimer on 6 June. Capable of a better performance this time. Mr Say (FR) Placed fourth on his last run over 1100m at Dieppe in a Claimer on 6 June. Can make the frame.
RACE 9: DES TERREAUX HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 2) – 1600M – TIME: 22:42 PRIZE MONEY: EUR16300
Terredeguerre (FR) Two solid efforts of late, a win on the most recent over 1600m at this track in a Class 4 on 30 May. Live contender. Stunning Angel (FR) Placed fourth on her last run over this track and trip in a Class 4 behind TERREDEGUERRE (2) on 30 May. Can be on the premises on better terms. Arcubiatu (FR) Fair third last time over 2000m at Salon Provence in a Class 4 Handicap on 25 May. Among the leading each-way options. Saint Fiacre (FR) Back in the winner’s enclosure at Compiegne over 1600m in a Class 3 Handicap on 20 May last time out. Can make the top-three.
RACE 10: D’AINAY HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 3) – 1600M – TIME: 23:17 PRIZE MONEY: EUR14400
Idaho James (FR) Four placed runs of late, third on the latter over 1600m at Vichy in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 May. Looks ready to win. Topinambur (FR) Ran well to be second at Strasbourg over 1600m in a Class 4 Handicap on 27 May when last seen. Ought to be in the shake-up. Secret Feeling (FR) Below-par last time, third before that over 1800m at Lyon La Soie in a Class 4 Handicap on 21 March. Capable of being on the premises. Sigrune (FR) Three wins form her last five starts, the latest success on her penultimate start at Chatillon in a Class 4 over 1600m on 27 April. Hard to rule out.
RACE 11: DO RE MI FA SOL HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 4) – 2400M – TIME: 23:52 PRIZE MONEY: EUR13400
Lady Mana (FR) Ran well to be fourth at Salon Provence over this trip in a Class 4 Handicap on 25 May last time. One to pay close attention to. Funtano (FR) Three decent efforts of late, a win two runs back over 2000m at this track in a Class 4 Handicap on 29 April, and a third over 2400m at Vichy in May. In form and cannot be discounted. Momo Nelson (IRE) Unplaced last time, third before that over 2000m at this track in a Class 4 Handicap on 14 May. Can be competitive. Parva Scurra (USA) Nice second last time over 2400m at Vichy in a Class 4 Handicap on 13 May. Among the leading each-way chances.
RACE 12: DE SAINTE BLANDINE CLAIMING HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 5) – 2000M – TIME: 00:27 PRIZE MONEY: EUR11500
Scarlet Valentine (FR) Finished fifth on the latest start over 2600m at Marseille Vivaux in a Class 4 on 22 May. Can be competitive back down in trip today. Magic Tunis (FR) Placed on all three runs this year, the latter over 2400m at Cagnes-Sur-Mer in a Class 4 on 22 February. Solid performer and can feature. Agoureil (FR) Recent win over 2600m at Vitteaux in a Class 4 on 24 May. Has ran well at this track before and has top-three aspirations. Vino (FR) Finished fourth at this track over 2200m in a Condition on 6 June last time. Can make her presence felt.
RACE 13: ALBERT SWANN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 6) – 1600M – TIME: 01:02 PRIZE MONEY: EUR20100
Ymeeelih (FR) Unplaced in a Group 1 at ParisLongchamp over 1600m last time on 10 May. Second before that in a Class 2 on 16 April. Back in calmer waters and can be effective. Saint Arnoult (FR) Two good runs, second on the latter over 1600m in a Class 2 at Saint-Cloud on 29 May, and a win on debut in April at Salon Provence. Lightly raced and has more to come. Valdorcia (IRE) Two unplaced runs in Listed of late, second before that in a Class 1 at La Teste over 1200m on 1 April. Among the leading contenders. Family Secret Two unplaced runs this year, the latter of when sixth over 2000m in a Listed at Toulouse on 19 April. Track and trip winner in a Maiden last October. Capable of making the top-three.
RACE 14: LOUIS SAULNIER CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 7) – 1600M – TIME: 01:34 PRIZE MONEY: EUR11500
Dar Es Salaam (FR) Unplaced last time over this track and trip, third before that over the same in a Maiden on 8 May. Looks capable of making his presence felt. Agnesit’a (FR) Placed third on the latest start over 1500m at Marseille Vivaux in a Claimer on 22 May. Ought to play a leading role. L’alta Rocca (FR) Two poor runs of late at this track, second before that over 1600m in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud on 5 March. Has the ability to feature. Halsey (FR) Finished fifth at Evreux in a Claimer over 1800m on 26 May last time. Capable of making the frame with improvement.
RACE 15: ANDRE PALMER MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM LYON-PARILLY RACE 8) – 2000M – TIME: 02:06 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Flash Girl (FR) Placed fourth on the latest start over 2000m at this track in a Maiden on 23 May. Has the talent to score. Brunette Coleman (FR) Placed on two of her three runs, third on the latter over 2000m at Salon Provence in a Maiden on 25 May. Key chance. Shambhalla (FR) Finished seventh on her second start over 2400m at Compiegne in a Maiden on 20 May, fourth on debut in a Class 1 in April. Player. The Legend (FR) Placed fourth on his second run over 1800m at Deauville in a Maiden last November. Can have a say in proceedings.
South Africa Express Form & Race Previews (Greyville) – June 13
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RACE BY RACE PREVIEWS: GREYVILLE@2026.06.13
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 1, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R160,000, 12:40GMT+2Race Summary: Visiting TENAREEF found good market support on debut. He was a well-beaten fourth but in excellent time and from the best of the draw from a top stable he should be right there. LENOXX was narrowly beaten last time out but has improved with each outing and should now be at his peak. Just behind Lennox was DEONARIE who made his debut at long odds. Drawn along side each other she should be little in it. KID FROM THE SOUTH found some support on debut and was not far back on debut in soft ground. Any market support must be taken seriously.
Selections: #1 TENAREEF, #4 LENOXX, #3 DEONARIE, #7 KID FROM THE SOUTH
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 2, Gallops, 1200m, Turf, R140,000, 13:15GMT+2Race Summary: SWEET GREEN was a beaten favourite at her last run after a smart debut. She has been rested but does look progressive. PACIFIC MOOD has the widest draw but showed up well when racing green on debut. The experience should bring her on lengths. QUERARISTINYFERRARI has only been firing on five cylinders and has been a beaten favourite at her last two. Her last run was on the poly and the switch back to turf could bring out the best. First timer SWEET CHERRY has the best of the draw and one to watch in the market.
Selections: #4 SWEET GREEN, #11 PACIFIC MOOD, #10 QUERARISTINYFERARI, #1 SWEET CHERRY
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 3, Gallops, 1200m, Poly, R140,000, 13:50GMT+2Race Summary: Ricky Maingard’s runners are unbeaten since arriving in KZN and ZAGREB can continue that trend. The grey come from steady Cape form and will be a big runner if taking to the poly track. LIGHT THE FIRE was not far behind recent Gr2 winner Viking Leader in his penultima start and was second behind Maingard’s Pretti United last time out. BARRY’S BOY was caught late when trying the poly for the first time and gets some relief from the saddle. UBUNTU OF PEACE started at long odds on debut on the poly and should come on from that effort from a favourable draw. DONMAGOO has been holding form and from a plum draw should be competitive again.
Selections: #6 ZAGREB, #4 LIGHT THE FIRE, #7 BARRY’S BOY, #3 UBUNTU OF PEACE
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 4, Gallops, 1200m, Poly, R145,000, 14:25GMT+2Race Summary: Wendy Whitehead holds a strong hand with three competitive runners in a wide open handicap. DEFINITELY YES has a wide draw but has shown up well in both starts from similiter gates at his last two on the poly. With a useful 4kg claimer aboard he looks to be the stable elect. LITTLE BOY BLUE enjoyed his poly debut and finished ahead of Definitely Yes last time out but is now 5kg worse off in the handicap for a two-length beating. BANGLADESH won well first run back from a lengthy break. He does appear to have problems but fit and well he looks progressive. GORGEOUS GUY has dropped in the ratings and has the best of the draw. He has been consistent on the turf and the switch to poly could bring out the best.
Selections: #11 DEFINITELY YES, #8 LITTLE BOY BLUE, #5 BANGLADESH, #1 GORGEOUS GUY
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 5, Gallops, 1600m, Turf, R175,000, 15:05GMT+2Race Summary: MOHAVE PRINCE has won three of his last four starts and second on the other. He got a five-pound penalty for his last win but Garth Puller as booked Rachel Venniker with her 1.5kg allowance and he can follow up. GIMMEFABULOUS has been up against much stronger at recent outings. She takes on males again but looks capable in this field. UZWANO is 1.5kg better off with Mohave Prince taking in Venniker’s allowance but he has drawn wide that could make the difference. OFFICER IN COMMAND has been dropping slowly in the ratings but with a senior jockey aboard he should do better than his last two.
Selections: #4 MOHAVE PRINCE, #3 GIMMEFABULOUS, #11 UZWANO, #8 OFFICER IN COMMAND
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 6, Gallops, 2400m, Turf, R140,000, 15:40GMT+2Race Summary: Wide open handicap with only a few of the runners having tried the trip. DAY TWO shed his maiden over the distance and is lightly raced. He showed up well first run out of the maidens on the poly and the switch back to turf could suit. NO PRESSURE was touched off last run and has shown up well in two starts since his maiden win. He should stay this trip well. INTUITIVE SPIRIT stays the trip and has a light weight. He could be the surprise package. GOLD GOLD BABY was narrowly beaten first run out of the maidens. She does stay and has a light weight. ZENA ROSE has improved on her last two but both were on the poly. She has won on the turf with Keagan De Melo aboard and can feature.
Selections: #9 DAY TWO, #13 NO PRESSURE, #12 INTUITIVE SPIRIT, #10 ZENA ROSE
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 7, Gallops, 2400m, Turf, R400,000, 16:15GMT+2Race Summary: Tough handicap. ENFLAME has done very little wrong in recent starts over ground for Candice and Tammy Dawson. He should go close again. TENPENNY disappointed last run in the soft but prior to that had smart Cape form. Contracted rider JP Van der Merwe rides ahead of NATIVE RULER who has good form in strong company although yet to got this trip. SHOOT THE RAPIDS stays well and runner-up at his last two. He needs a win as a Hollywoodbets July entry. HOLDING THUBMS may just have needed his last run. This trip will suit and he is a big runner.
Selections: #7 ENFLAME, #6 TENPENNY, #4 SHOOT THE RAPIDS, #5 HOLDING THUMBS
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 8, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R185,000, 16:50GMT+2Race Summary: Many in with chances. CATS PAJAMAS will be in line for some of the features in the next two months but he is a class act and the drop in trip and a big weight may not be enough to hold him back. CIRCUMBENDIBUS has come good in KZN and has been in cracking form. The trip suits and he gets 2.5kg relief from the saddle in apprentice Sifiso Bungane who knows the gelding well. KING OF THE GAULS has a difficult draw but is quick and cannot be written off. TALK TO THE MASTER is another down in trip but also in mustard form with a handy weight.
Selections: #6 CATS PAJAMAS, #7 CIRCUMBENDIBUS, #14 KING OF THE GAULS, #4 TALK TO THE MASTER
HOLLYWOODBETS GREYVILLE, 13.06.2026, Race 9, Gallops, 1000m, Turf, R175,000, 17:25GMT+2Race Summary: BLACK EAGLE comes with smart Cape form and Sean Veale knows him well. He was a beaten favourite on the poly last run and can go one better. SERENGETTI SUN is lightly raced and takes on males. However, she ran a smart race behind champion Asiya Phambili last time out and with a two-pound drop in the handicap she should at least be competitive in another tough race. MISS WORLD made a winning debut for her new stable over course and distance and only got a three-pound raise in the ratings. She is ultra consistent and can go in again. WARRIOR ROYALE was rested after her last win. She is smart but may just need it.
Selections: #9 BLACK EAGLE, #11 SERENGETTI SUN, #3 MISS WORLD, #8 WARRIOR ROYALE
Best Win: #4 Sweet Green
Best Value Bet: #6 Zagreb
Best Longshot: #12 Intuitive Spirit
France Express Form & Race Previews (Marseille-Borely/Saint-Cloud) – Friday, June 12
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RACE 1: DES CIGALES STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 1) – 1200M – TIME: 17:14 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21000
Lovely Warrior (FR) Threatening to score and was runner-up in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over 1200m on 23 May. Big chance in this line-up. Master Man (FR) A two-year-old colt by Goken out of Levitha who is making his debut. Her mother never raced in France. Should be a threat. Chacha Real Smooth (FR) Finished sixth on debut in a Condition at La Teste-de-Buch over this distance on 3 June. Likely to improve and can make the frame. Hockney (FR) Finished twelve on debut in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over this distance on 23 May. Capable of improvement and can be more competitive.
RACE 2: DE LASCOURS MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 2) – 1200M – TIME: 17:46 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Shy Feeling (IRE) Did not show her best when eighth in a Listed at Milan over 1200m on 12 June. Has done better at this course and could bounce back to score. Rock Of Rosha Knocking very loudly at the door and was runner-up in a Condition over this course and distance on 6 May. Should be right there at the finish. Landman Not reliable but was fourth in a Condition over this track and trip on 6 May. Can get involved with the finish. Jangir (FR) A three-year-old gelding by Golden Horde out of Toumar who is making his debut. His mother has won once in 2 starts in the UK. Can be a threat.
RACE 3: DU VERDON STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 3) – 1200M – TIME: 18:18 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21000
Say My Name (FR) Finished seventh in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over this distance on 23 May. Capable of doing better and could score. Sunny Queen (FR) Finished fifth in a Condition over 1200m at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on 5 May. Did better on debut and has claims in this line-up. Azamra (FR) Disappointing last run when eighth in a Listed at Vichy over 1000m on 13 May. Did win on debut and could bounce back to score. Pink Palace (FR) Finished fifth on debut over 1100m in a Condition at Tarbes on 11 May. Improvement likely and is not out of it.
RACE 4: GEORGES TRABAUD STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 4) – 2000M – TIME: 18:50 PRIZE MONEY: EUR27400
Fel (FR) Unbeaten in two starts, both were in Condition over this course and distance, the latest on 18 May. Can complete a hat-trick. Peligroso (FR) Very consistent so far and finished runner-up in a Condition over this track and trip on 18 May. Should fight it out once more. Cosmic Boy (FR) Did not show his best when last of eleventh in a Listed at Toulouse over 1600m on 19 April. In good form before that and is a threat. Damietta (FR) Did not show his best when eighth in a Listed at Toulouse over 2000m on 19 April. Has won over this course and distance and is not out of it.
RACE 5: DE L’ETE HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 5) – 2600M – TIME: 19:25 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Boogie (FR) Very consistent and finished third in a Class 3 Condition at Salon-de-Provence over 2400m on 25 May. Has claims in this line-up. Linaria (FR) Successful twice in last three starts, including the latest in a Handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m on 23 May. Can follow up. La Mazzi Gogo (FR) Did not show her best when seventh in Handicap at this course over 2000m on 18 May. Capable of better and is not out of it. Damask Blade (IRE) Unreliable and finished seventh in a Handicap at this course over 2000m on 18 May. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 6: CORTEIRA STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 1) – 1200M – TIME: 19:43 PRIZE MONEY: EUR25600
Dandy Style (IRE) A 2.5-lengths second in a Condition over this course and distance on 22 May. Has a good turn of foot and is proven at this course so could have the edge. Inju Finished eighth in a Group 3 over 1400m at Deauville on 7 April. Drops significantly in class and comes in well-weighted. Agiota (FR) A 5-lengths fourth in a Condition over 1400m at Dieppe on 16 May. Has finished in the top two in all three runs over 1200m so cannot be ignored. Kalkara (FR) A disappointing seventh in a Condition over 1200m at Chantilly on 28 April. His jockey reported that he lacked energy in his last start so that run is best ignored.
RACE 7: DU FORT SAINT-NICOLAS MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 6) – 2600M – TIME: 20:00 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Leia Organa (FR) Threatening to win and finished runner-up in a Condition over 2000m at Lyon- Parilly on 23 May. Can go one place better at this distance. Auberville (FR) A three-year-old filly by Kendargent out of Kindly Dismiss who is making her debut. Her mother had 2 wins from 13 starts. Can challenge for top honors. Puppet (FR) Improving and finished runner-up in a Condition over this track and trip on 18 May. Should fight it out. Tarasoft (FR) Finished third on debut in a Claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over this distance on 22 May. Tougher task but might make the frame.
RACE 8: RESCOUSSE STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 2) – 2400M – TIME: 20:18 PRIZE MONEY: EUR25600
Kinasani (IRE) A 3-lengths winner of a Maiden over 2400m at Compiegne on 9 May. Could not have been more impressive with that facile victory and has been supplemented into this race. Major contender. Colbert A 2.5-lengths winner of a Maiden over 2400m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on 27 April. Might still need time to mature but is not short on talent and has some lofty ambitions. Nity Galeste (FR) Not beaten far when seventh in a Condition over 2000m at Compiegne on 5 June. Did disappoint in that race but earlier form was good and might prefer this longer trip. Van Blutch (FR) A 4.5-lengths third in a Condition over 2000m at this course on 5 May. Did finish 2-lengths behind.
RACE 9: DU PILON DU ROI MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 7) – 1700M – TIME: 20:35 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Naturaliste (FR) Showed some improvement on second start when runner-up in a Condition at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 25 May. Hard to dismiss. Otonia (FR) Improving and finished third in a Condition over this course and distance on 18 May. Should contest the finish. Haditouni (FR) Showed some improvement when fourth in a Condition over this course and distance on 18 May. Can do even better this time around. Killwining (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Condition at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 20 May. Can get involved with the finish.
RACE 10: LA MOSKOWA LISTED STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 3) – 3000M – TIME: 20:53 PRIZE MONEY: EUR47600
Hotheaded Finished fifth in a Listed over 3000m at this track on 29 March. That was a disappointing comeback run after a layoff in which he was gelded but he is better than that and should be given another chance. Goya Senora (FR) Finished fourth in a Condition over 2600m at Chantilly on 8 March. Fourth in this race last year and remains competitive. Barbate A 1-length winner in a Condition over 2600m at Chateaubriant on 24 May. With 5 wins and a second in his last six starts, this son of Frankel is in top form. Rashford (FR) Finished eighth in a Group 1 over 3000m at ParisLongchamp on 21 May. Won a Group 3 in Baden Baden, Germany last year and needs to be respected.
RACE 11: DE LA TOUR DE SABRAN HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 8) – 1200M – TIME: 21:10 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Tanis (FR) Finished eighth last time out in a Handicap over this course and distance on 27 April. Did better in Claimers before that and can bounce back to score. Smile For Me (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 22 May. Can be a threat to these rivals. Eternel (FR) In good shape and finished third in a Handicap at Chantilly over this distance on 12 May. Should make a bold bid at victory. Saskatoon (FR) Did not show his best when eighth in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 22 May. Has run well on this course and distance and is not out of it.
RACE 12: CHATEAU BOUSCAUT STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 4) – 1400M – TIME: 21:28 PRIZE MONEY: EUR27400
Algebre (IRE) Unraced two-year-old colt by Siyouni out of Lope De Vega mare Soustraction trained by Christopher Head. Dam won a Group 3 over 1600m at Chantilly. All three of her raced foals have won. Qeynan Unraced two-year-old colt by St Mark’s Basilica out of Dubai mare Quanzhou trained by Philippe Decou. Half-brother to 5-time Listed winner Hooking. Heiligenstein (FR) Unraced two-year-old gelding by Zelzal out of Medicis mare La Medicis trained by Henri-Franlois Devin. Granddam Latona won a Group 3 over 1000m at ParisLongchamp. Boulder (FR) Unraced two-year-old colt by Zelzal out of Iffraaj mare Zimaniya trained by Hedi Ghabri. Related to Zabiari who won a Group 3 over 1600m at ParisLongchamp.
RACE 13: DE LA RABLAIS STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 5) – 1400M – TIME: 22:03 PRIZE MONEY: EUR27400
Harmony In Blue (FR) Solid effort to be second on debut at Saint-Cloud in a Claimer over 1200m on 22 May. Improvement expected and looks like the one to beat. Data Filly by Lope De Vega, the dam won 2 races including a Listed, and was placed in a Group 1. Choice profile and the betting can be informative. Lady Falcon Cen (IRE) Filly by Gleneagles, the dam won on her sole start. Stable runners warrant respect on debut and the betting can guide. Flying Spur (FR) Ran well to be fourth on the only run over 1200m in a Condition at Saint-Cloud on 1 May. Open to progress and has to be considered.
RACE 14: DE L’ETANG DU CORRA CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 6) – 1200M – TIME: 22:38 PRIZE MONEY: EUR25000
Pradaro Honest performer who was a pleasing second last time over 1000m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 3 Handicap on 28 May. Live contender. Naked Memories (FR) Unplaced last time, second previously over 1600m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 3 Claimer on 7 May. One to keep onside. Ciao Pa’ (FR) Placed on his last two runs, third on the latter over 1000m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 3 Handicap on 28 May. Among the leading each-way chances. Zeolakis (FR) Recent win over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 on the turf on 31 May. In form and cannot be ruled out.
RACE 15: DES COTEAUX DE LA SEINE HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 7) – 1200M – TIME: 23:13 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21100
El Kraken (FR) Consistent form recently, second on the latter over 1400m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 4 on 21 May. Hard to ignore. Revanche (FR) Placed second last time over 1200m at Evreux in a Class 4 Handicap on 26 May. Narrow loss in that and can be competitive. Loyal Prince (FR) Honest efforts recently, fourth on the most recent over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 Handicap on 17 May. Among the leading chances. Kelly Key (FR) Placed fourth on her last two runs, the latter over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 Handicap on 29 May. Can make the top-three.
RACE 16: DES ETANGS SAINT-QUENTIN HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 8) – 1200M – TIME: 23:48 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Ciaccino (FR) Ran well to be second last time over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 3 Handicap on 5 June. Competitive run expected. Big Boots Two honest third-place runs recently, the latter over 1200m at Evreux behind ABRASSO (8) when beaten narrowly on 26 May. Cannot be discounted. Chunka Wakan (FR) Fair second last time over 1200m at Evreux in a Class 4 Handicap behind ABRASSO (8) on 26 May. Ought to be in the shake-up. Lady Pink (FR) Creditable fifth last time over 1600m at Pau in a Class 4 Handicap on 28 January. Among the leading chances back on turf.
RACE 1: DES CIGALES STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 1) – 1200M – TIME: 17:14 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21000
Lovely Warrior (FR) Threatening to score and was runner-up in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over 1200m on 23 May. Big chance in this line-up. Master Man (FR) A two-year-old colt by Goken out of Levitha who is making his debut. Her mother never raced in France. Should be a threat. Chacha Real Smooth (FR) Finished sixth on debut in a Condition at La Teste-de-Buch over this distance on 3 June. Likely to improve and can make the frame. Hockney (FR) Finished twelve on debut in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over this distance on 23 May. Capable of improvement and can be more competitive.
RACE 2: DE LASCOURS MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 2) – 1200M – TIME: 17:46 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Shy Feeling (IRE) Did not show her best when eighth in a Listed at Milan over 1200m on 12 June. Has done better at this course and could bounce back to score. Rock Of Rosha Knocking very loudly at the door and was runner-up in a Condition over this course and distance on 6 May. Should be right there at the finish. Landman Not reliable but was fourth in a Condition over this track and trip on 6 May. Can get involved with the finish. Jangir (FR) A three-year-old gelding by Golden Horde out of Toumar who is making his debut. His mother has won once in 2 starts in the UK. Can be a threat.
RACE 3: DU VERDON STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 3) – 1200M – TIME: 18:18 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21000
Say My Name (FR) Finished seventh in a Condition at Lyon-Parilly over this distance on 23 May. Capable of doing better and could score. Sunny Queen (FR) Finished fifth in a Condition over 1200m at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat on 5 May. Did better on debut and has claims in this line-up. Azamra (FR) Disappointing last run when eighth in a Listed at Vichy over 1000m on 13 May. Did win on debut and could bounce back to score. Pink Palace (FR) Finished fifth on debut over 1100m in a Condition at Tarbes on 11 May. Improvement likely and is not out of it.
RACE 4: GEORGES TRABAUD STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 4) – 2000M – TIME: 18:50 PRIZE MONEY: EUR27400
Fel (FR) Unbeaten in two starts, both were in Condition over this course and distance, the latest on 18 May. Can complete a hat-trick. Peligroso (FR) Very consistent so far and finished runner-up in a Condition over this track and trip on 18 May. Should fight it out once more. Cosmic Boy (FR) Did not show his best when last of eleventh in a Listed at Toulouse over 1600m on 19 April. In good form before that and is a threat. Damietta (FR) Did not show his best when eighth in a Listed at Toulouse over 2000m on 19 April. Has won over this course and distance and is not out of it.
RACE 5: DE L’ETE HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 5) – 2600M – TIME: 19:25 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Boogie (FR) Very consistent and finished third in a Class 3 Condition at Salon-de-Provence over 2400m on 25 May. Has claims in this line-up. Linaria (FR) Successful twice in last three starts, including the latest in a Handicap at Lyon-Parilly over 2400m on 23 May. Can follow up. La Mazzi Gogo (FR) Did not show her best when seventh in Handicap at this course over 2000m on 18 May. Capable of better and is not out of it. Damask Blade (IRE) Unreliable and finished seventh in a Handicap at this course over 2000m on 18 May. Capable of making the frame.
RACE 6: CORTEIRA STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 1) – 1200M – TIME: 19:43 PRIZE MONEY: EUR25600
Dandy Style (IRE) A 2.5-lengths second in a Condition over this course and distance on 22 May. Has a good turn of foot and is proven at this course so could have the edge. Inju Finished eighth in a Group 3 over 1400m at Deauville on 7 April. Drops significantly in class and comes in well-weighted. Agiota (FR) A 5-lengths fourth in a Condition over 1400m at Dieppe on 16 May. Has finished in the top two in all three runs over 1200m so cannot be ignored. Kalkara (FR) A disappointing seventh in a Condition over 1200m at Chantilly on 28 April. His jockey reported that he lacked energy in his last start so that run is best ignored.
RACE 7: DU FORT SAINT-NICOLAS MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 6) – 2600M – TIME: 20:00 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Leia Organa (FR) Threatening to win and finished runner-up in a Condition over 2000m at Lyon- Parilly on 23 May. Can go one place better at this distance. Auberville (FR) A three-year-old filly by Kendargent out of Kindly Dismiss who is making her debut. Her mother had 2 wins from 13 starts. Can challenge for top honors. Puppet (FR) Improving and finished runner-up in a Condition over this track and trip on 18 May. Should fight it out. Tarasoft (FR) Finished third on debut in a Claimer at Marseille-Vivaux over this distance on 22 May. Tougher task but might make the frame.
RACE 8: RESCOUSSE STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 2) – 2400M – TIME: 20:18 PRIZE MONEY: EUR25600
Kinasani (IRE) A 3-lengths winner of a Maiden over 2400m at Compiegne on 9 May. Could not have been more impressive with that facile victory and has been supplemented into this race. Major contender. Colbert A 2.5-lengths winner of a Maiden over 2400m at Bordeaux Le Bouscat on 27 April. Might still need time to mature but is not short on talent and has some lofty ambitions. Nity Galeste (FR) Not beaten far when seventh in a Condition over 2000m at Compiegne on 5 June. Did disappoint in that race but earlier form was good and might prefer this longer trip. Van Blutch (FR) A 4.5-lengths third in a Condition over 2000m at this course on 5 May. Did finish 2-lengths behind.
RACE 9: DU PILON DU ROI MAIDEN STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 7) – 1700M – TIME: 20:35 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Naturaliste (FR) Showed some improvement on second start when runner-up in a Condition at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 25 May. Hard to dismiss. Otonia (FR) Improving and finished third in a Condition over this course and distance on 18 May. Should contest the finish. Haditouni (FR) Showed some improvement when fourth in a Condition over this course and distance on 18 May. Can do even better this time around. Killwining (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Condition at Salon-de-Provence over 2000m on 20 May. Can get involved with the finish.
RACE 10: LA MOSKOWA LISTED STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 3) – 3000M – TIME: 20:53 PRIZE MONEY: EUR47600
Hotheaded Finished fifth in a Listed over 3000m at this track on 29 March. That was a disappointing comeback run after a layoff in which he was gelded but he is better than that and should be given another chance. Goya Senora (FR) Finished fourth in a Condition over 2600m at Chantilly on 8 March. Fourth in this race last year and remains competitive. Barbate A 1-length winner in a Condition over 2600m at Chateaubriant on 24 May. With 5 wins and a second in his last six starts, this son of Frankel is in top form. Rashford (FR) Finished eighth in a Group 1 over 3000m at ParisLongchamp on 21 May. Won a Group 3 in Baden Baden, Germany last year and needs to be respected.
RACE 11: DE LA TOUR DE SABRAN HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM MARSEILLE-BORELY RACE 8) – 1200M – TIME: 21:10 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Tanis (FR) Finished eighth last time out in a Handicap over this course and distance on 27 April. Did better in Claimers before that and can bounce back to score. Smile For Me (FR) Has some fair form and finished fifth in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 22 May. Can be a threat to these rivals. Eternel (FR) In good shape and finished third in a Handicap at Chantilly over this distance on 12 May. Should make a bold bid at victory. Saskatoon (FR) Did not show his best when eighth in a Handicap at Marseille-Vivaux over 1500m on 22 May. Has run well on this course and distance and is not out of it.
RACE 12: CHATEAU BOUSCAUT STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 4) – 1400M – TIME: 21:28 PRIZE MONEY: EUR27400
Algebre (IRE) Unraced two-year-old colt by Siyouni out of Lope De Vega mare Soustraction trained by Christopher Head. Dam won a Group 3 over 1600m at Chantilly. All three of her raced foals have won. Qeynan Unraced two-year-old colt by St Mark’s Basilica out of Dubai mare Quanzhou trained by Philippe Decou. Half-brother to 5-time Listed winner Hooking. Heiligenstein (FR) Unraced two-year-old gelding by Zelzal out of Medicis mare La Medicis trained by Henri-Franlois Devin. Granddam Latona won a Group 3 over 1000m at ParisLongchamp. Boulder (FR) Unraced two-year-old colt by Zelzal out of Iffraaj mare Zimaniya trained by Hedi Ghabri. Related to Zabiari who won a Group 3 over 1600m at ParisLongchamp.
RACE 13: DE LA RABLAIS STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 5) – 1400M – TIME: 22:03 PRIZE MONEY: EUR27400
Harmony In Blue (FR) Solid effort to be second on debut at Saint-Cloud in a Claimer over 1200m on 22 May. Improvement expected and looks like the one to beat. Data Filly by Lope De Vega, the dam won 2 races including a Listed, and was placed in a Group 1. Choice profile and the betting can be informative. Lady Falcon Cen (IRE) Filly by Gleneagles, the dam won on her sole start. Stable runners warrant respect on debut and the betting can guide. Flying Spur (FR) Ran well to be fourth on the only run over 1200m in a Condition at Saint-Cloud on 1 May. Open to progress and has to be considered.
RACE 14: DE L’ETANG DU CORRA CLAIMING STAKES (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 6) – 1200M – TIME: 22:38 PRIZE MONEY: EUR25000
Pradaro Honest performer who was a pleasing second last time over 1000m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 3 Handicap on 28 May. Live contender. Naked Memories (FR) Unplaced last time, second previously over 1600m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 3 Claimer on 7 May. One to keep onside. Ciao Pa’ (FR) Placed on his last two runs, third on the latter over 1000m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 3 Handicap on 28 May. Among the leading each-way chances. Zeolakis (FR) Recent win over 1200m at Chantilly in a Class 3 on the turf on 31 May. In form and cannot be ruled out.
RACE 15: DES COTEAUX DE LA SEINE HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 7) – 1200M – TIME: 23:13 PRIZE MONEY: EUR21100
El Kraken (FR) Consistent form recently, second on the latter over 1400m at ParisLongchamp in a Class 4 on 21 May. Hard to ignore. Revanche (FR) Placed second last time over 1200m at Evreux in a Class 4 Handicap on 26 May. Narrow loss in that and can be competitive. Loyal Prince (FR) Honest efforts recently, fourth on the most recent over 1100m at Le Croise-Laroche in a Class 4 Handicap on 17 May. Among the leading chances. Kelly Key (FR) Placed fourth on her last two runs, the latter over 1400m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 3 Handicap on 29 May. Can make the top-three.
RACE 16: DES ETANGS SAINT-QUENTIN HANDICAP (TURF TRACK) (FROM SAINT-CLOUD RACE 8) – 1200M – TIME: 23:48 PRIZE MONEY: EUR19200
Ciaccino (FR) Ran well to be second last time over 1400m at Compiegne in a Class 3 Handicap on 5 June. Competitive run expected. Big Boots Two honest third-place runs recently, the latter over 1200m at Evreux behind ABRASSO (8) when beaten narrowly on 26 May. Cannot be discounted. Chunka Wakan (FR) Fair second last time over 1200m at Evreux in a Class 4 Handicap behind ABRASSO (8) on 26 May. Ought to be in the shake-up. Lady Pink (FR) Creditable fifth last time over 1600m at Pau in a Class 4 Handicap on 28 January. Among the leading chances back on turf.
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