France (Salon De Provence/Chantilly) Race Card, Form Guide & Race Previews – Wednesday, April 5

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French Race Card – 5th April

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R1 – PRIX DE LA COTE BLEUE – 1100m (a5 1/2f) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 23.000

1. BAD BOY – Bad Boy-Sixth on debut over Marseille-Borely 1000m- Smarter this time and could earn some money this time
2. AQUILA VOLANTE – Runner-up on debut over Lyon-Parilly 900m. Showed a lot of promise that day can go one better this time
3. AVEC ELEGANCE – Runner-up over Marseille Borely 1000m on debut. Should fight out the finish once again
4. RUM TUM TUGGER – A two-year-old colt by Sommerabend out of Inarretable who is making his debut. Could earn some money
5. MA MOME – A two-year-old filly by Seahenge out of Simone Angel who is making her debut. Could need the experience
6. OVER CHOPE – A two-year-old filly by Panis out of Irish Chope who is making her debut. Could need the experience
7. CLASSIC FLOWER – A two-year-old filly by Calyx out of Crown Of Flowers who is making her debut. Could earn some money
8. SHE WILL – A two-year-old filly by Ultra out of Anse Georgette who is making her debut. Could need the experience
9. DAROMY – A two-year-old filly by Dabirsim out of Garden City who is making her debut. Could need the experience
10. BANGARA – A two-year-old filly by Harry Angel out of Boscatle who is making her debut. Could need the experience

Summary : AQUILA VOLANTE (2) only narrowly found one better on debut and looks the right one to go one better this time. AVEC ELEGANCE (3) was also runner-up on debut but that field was probably a little weaker so could play second fiddle once again. BAD BOY (1) may have needed the experience so should be smarter this time. CLASSIC FLOWER (7)  is a newcomer that could be ready for her debut.

R2 – PRIX DU CENTRE D’ENTRAINEMENT DE CALAS – 2000m (a1 1/4m) – TURF – Condition Race – Newcomers – Flat – EUR € 21.000

1. SOORAYM – A three-year-old gelding by Lope de Vega and Soriya who is making his debut. Well bred so should be ready to run
2. WOODCHUCK – A three-year-old filly by Birchwood and Reinedetroie Birchwood out of Reine Detroie who is making his debut. Could need the experience
3. TORINOBELLO – A three-year-old gelding by Toronado out of Leen who is making his debut. Could need this experience
4. AIXELLENCE – A three-year-old filly by My Boy Charlie out of Kitty dArgos who is making her debut. Has a winning chanmce
5. METHODIQUE – A three-year-old filly by Martinborough out of Sierra Slew who is making his debut. Should need the experience
6. XAARIANA – A three-year-old filly by Kendargent out of Xaarina Lope who is making his debut. Could need this experience
7. BUBBLECRAFT – A three-year-old filly by Mastercraftsman out of Gold Bubbles who is making his debut. Could be ready to run
8. ZELBLEUE – A three-year-old filly by Zelzal out of Ile Rouge who is making his debut. Could need this experience
9. ROUGHSHOD – A three-year-old filly by Cloth Of Start out of Bold Mistress who is making her debut. Others are preferred this time
10. KENITZA – A three-year-old gelding by Kendargent out of Denitza who is making his debut. Could need this experience
11. WESTMINSTER QUEEN – A three-year-old filly by Nayef out of Girl Westminster who is making his debut. Watch the market
12. RAVIOLI – A three-year-old filly by Churchill out of Nibbling who is making his debut. Consider

Summary : all newcomers so the betting will probably be the best guide and it won’t surprise many that we are opting for SOORAYM (1). This gelding is well bred and could get off the mark first time of asking. BUBBLECRAFT (7) represents a trainer that wins with juveniles so deserves some respect. AIXELLENCE (4) and RAVIOLI (12) are tow others to keep an eye on.

R3 – PRIX D’ARLES – 1800m (a1 1/8m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21.000

1. PLETHORE – Has done well in both his starts to date and looks very likely to be contesting the finish yet again
2. NOVE SU NOVE – He showed promise in his two starts last year. Returns from a break but has a winning chance
3. CAMILL – Supplemented for this. Deserves a winning change after two good recent runner-up runs so far
4. WUKHANN – Not disgraced when fifth on Saint Cloud debut. Should be smarter this time and is likely to do better
5. KING MOLLENKOTT – Well tried and well-travelled last year. Likely to need this run returning from a break
6. SALEYA – Promising debut when third at Toulouse last month. Likely to do better this time and holds a winning chance
7. ALL BRIGHT – Disappointing last run when fifth and is returning from a break. Good first two runs and can bounce back to score
8. PROMICEA – Did not run badly when fifth on her recent debut. This looks a stronger race though and a place could be her best shot

Summary : ALL BRIGHT (7) has some solid two-year-old form and returning from a break may be a bit better than these rivals. SALEYA (6) showed promise on debut and has fitness on her side. PLETHORE (1) cannot be ignored on what he has shown so far and deserves respect. CAMILL (3) has been supplemented for the race and will have supporters.

R4 – PRIX DE MIRAMAS – 1100m (a5 1/2f) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 16.000

1. KENZYDANCER – Runner up in handicap at Marseille Borely recently. That was his best in some time and although unreliable can go one better
2. MUGUETTE GIRL – Fair fourth in her penultimate start in a handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer but was well beaten at Nimes last time out and others are preferred
3. VANILLE BLEUE – Well tried this year having the eight starts so far. Won penultimate start and has a winning chance
4. COIMBRA – May have needed both runs this year and actually ran better than the form reflects last time out. Could surprise
5. PLAZA – Much improved with a fourth-place finish recently. Needs to do more to win this race but is not out of it
6. NIGHT OF THE OPERA – A bit disappointing when only fifth last time out on the PSF. Better on the turf and won his penultimate start. Chance
7. FEEL THE FEVER – Much improved when third at Marseille-Borely recently. Has won off this handicap rating before so is not out of it
8. RAGLAN – He has yet to win in 10 starts and was well beaten in his two handicap attempts. Others are much preferred this time
9. EXPLORAR – He has lost his way completely of late having been well beaten in his last four handicap races. Others are much preferred
10. THIRD APPLE – 37 times without a win sums up her winning chance but she has been runner-up off this mark once before. Might place

Summary : Recently a runner-up KENZYDANCER (1) can go one better in a weak race but it is open looking and the finish should be competitive. COIMBRA (4) could be ready to strike after two runs this year. VANILLE BLEUE (3) is fit and did win the penultimate of hers. PLAZA (5) is improving and could do better this time. NIGHT OF THE OPERA (6) is better on the turf so must be respect as well.

R5 – PRIX DE LA SOCIETE DES COURSES DE SALON-DE-PROVENCE – 1100m (a5 1/2f) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 20.000

1. AZOV – He is coming off three poor runs on the PSF but was a winner at Saint Cloud the last time he was on the grass and is capable of a surprise
2. GAME RUN – He has been a disappointment in two starts this year but the drop in distance could spark improvement. Can upset
3. SPACE FORCE – Well beaten at Marseille Borely recently. Is a better horse on the PSF but does also hold a winning chance in the race
4. CHIEF RED CLOUD – Unreliable of late but does seem at his best on the grass so a good run of him can be expected and he has a winning chance
5. SAPIENS – He could be anchored by his current rating as he was only tenth last time out. Better on the PSF but has also won on this surface. Respect
6. I DARE – Fit but was disappointing when only ninth last time out. A winner at Nimes in his penultimate start was good though. Place chance
7. HIGHEST ROCKEUR – Returned to his best with a good win last time out over Marseille Borely 1200m. A 2kg penalty may not stop another win
8. YAKAMETTE KOUKEBAK – Returned from a break to win at Nimes 1200m. Only a 1kg penalty but this is tougher. Not out of it though
9. WASACHOP – Ended a long losing splel when winning his penultimate start. Only fifth last time out but can earn some money
10. ASTRACHEM – Has struggled in his four starts of 2023. His last handicap win was off a slightly less rating so more is needed of him to win this race
11. SANTI DEL MARE – Runner-up at Nimes recently. That was a much improved effort and he needs to confirm that form. Place chance

Summary : The drop in distance this time could be the key to sparking improvement out of GAME RUN (2) and he could be of some value to punters. SPACE FORCE (3) is probably better on the PSF but does have a winning chance. HIGHEST ROCKEUR (7) picked up a 2kg penalty for the latest win but that may not stop him. WASACHOP (9) is another that can get involved in the finish.

R6 – PRIX D’EYGUIERES – 2400m (a1 1/2m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 21.000

1. DOCTEUR TOURNESOL – May have just needed his comeback run when fifth. Might do better back on the grass and could earn some minor money
2. OHIME – Sixth on debut was only modest but is open to improvement so should run better but others are preferred for the win purpose. Might place
3. KARTHAGE – Fair first three runs. Probably needs to do more to beat these rivals but can earn some minor money
4. KING OF MEADOWS – Third in a claimer last time out. That was his best effort so far and he could earn some more money trying the turf
5. WELDORPHER – Well beaten in both starts so far. Improvement is possible but is probably best watched for now
6. MONACO RULES – Sixth on debut on the PSF. Did better when third on the turf over Cagnes-sur-Mer so has a winning chance on that run
7. AIR FORCE ONE – Improved effort when third in a handicap over Marseille Borely 2000m recently. Consistent without winning and should contst the finish
8. ZARAKEM – Fourth at this course last year and did not do badly when fourth at Cagnes-sur-Mer in only start of this year and has a winning chance
9. ALCYONE – She did not show much on debut but did a lot better when third at Toulouse over 2100m. She deserves some respect on that run
10. CAYAMBE – She was well beaten on her debut but did better when sixth in her second start. More is needed to win this time
11. DEMELZA – Fair third at Nimes on debut. Disappointed when seventh on the PSF next time out. Could be the surprise package returning to the grass
12. RUE DE LA MER – She has not shown much in her two starts so far and needs to find a few lengths to win this race

Summary : A very open looking race this and anything looks possible here. ZARAKEM (8) has shown enough to deserve the vote but will he pull it off? MONACO RULES (6) is improving and should be a danger. AIR FORCE ONE (7) has been consistent without winning but one of these that will change. ALCYONE (9) is another that is improving and must be given some respect.

R7 – PRIX DU PRINTEMPS – 1800m (a1 1/8m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 14.000

1. MOUTRAKI – Won at this course off a higher handicap mark but has been really struggling of late. Could be the surprise package though
2. DREAM OF EMERAUDE – Put some recent PSF performances behind him when runner-up in handicap on the turf. Can go one better this time
3. ALPINO – Returned to his best with a nice win last time out. He is unreliable but another win is not out of the question. Consider
4. MAKALIA – Kept to the PSF this year and has run a few fair races without winning. Better on the turf perhaps and has a winning chance
5. ELEHONORE DE DIANE – She has struggled in most of her five starts so far and needs major improvement to win this race so others are much preferred
6. LILY APPLE – On a long losing streak and is clearly very unreliable. Fifth in a handicap last time out and could earn some minor money
7. PEDRO DEL RIO – Unreliable but is coming off a win in a handicap in his latest start. Has also won at this track last year so deserves respect
8. WAYNE – Kept to the PSF of late and is probably best on that surface. Distance suited and could earn some minor money possibly
9. MAKHZEN – Showed improvement in fifth start of this year when fourth last time out. Could be dangerous off this mark and has a place chance
10. MY RIVER – Well beaten in four handicaps this year and seems to have lost her way completely and has yet to win a race
11. JONH FOR ALWAYS – Fifty two runs without a win sums up his ability but is possible he finally cracks a win if showing his best side
12. MIHARO – On a very long losing streak and struggled in nearly all of his runs in 2022. Likely to need this comeback run as well

Summary : It could be a win for JONH FOR ALWAYS (11) on the 53rd attempt but is clearly not one to risk any rent money on. DREAM OF EMERAUDE (2) did better on the grass last time out and can go one better. MOUTRAKI (1) needs to return to his best but is quite capable of winning a race like this as he has won off a higher mark.  The unreliable PEDRO DEL RIO (7) can also win again.

R8 – PRIX DU JOURNAL “LE VEINARD” – 1800m (a1 1/8m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 4 – Flat – EUR € 16.000

1. LES ALDUDES – Disappointing last run. Won a claimer before that and will like a return to the grass so deserves respect in this line-up
2. MIKYPHELPS – Disappointing last run but did run fourth in his penultimate start and won twice in 2022 so is not without some hope
3. KADNIKOV – Fair recent runs but is probably best judged on his fourth-place finish at this course in November 2022 and has a chance
4. THE MANAGER – Has been consistent all year and was third in a handicap last time out. Should contest the finish yet again
5. MAPLE GIRL – Has struggled in her seven starts since her only win at Vichy in 2022 including four times this year. Others are preferred
6. ALP – Unreliable on the PSF of late and has yet to win in 15 starts but is capable of running well in this line-up. Consider
7. ALBEA – Has yet to win a race. Started the career off well with some fair runs but has regressed since then and needs to find a few lengths
8. ARCO GRANDE – Returned to the turf with a nice fourth-place finish and he is best on this surface. More improvement expected stepped up in distance
9. PRESS OFFICER – Reeled off wins number13 and 14 this year. In good form but could be anchored by penalties
10. KARKHOV – Very unreliable of late and best recent run was over 2600m. Others are preferred over this distance
11. SPLENDID – Has not won in 16 starts but was not disgraced when fifth last time out and could sneak a minor place
12. JOHNNY DANCER – He seems to have lost his way with three poor performances of late. Best watched for now and others are much preferred

Summary : ARCO GRANDE (8) is better on the grass so was seen to be running on nicely last time out. This longer distance could suit. LES ALDUDES (1) likes this course and deserves respect in this field. THE MANAGER (4) is in good form and should be right there when the photo is taken. KADNIKOV (3) finished fourth at this course last year and can earn some more money.

R9 – PRIX CHRISTIAN FORNAROLI – 1800m (a1 1/8m) – TURF – Divised Handicap – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 20.000

1. ROCQUEMONT – A return to form when runner-up in his latest start. Has won over this course and distance and is the one to beat
2. MAMA IMELDA – Picked up three handicap wins in a row in 2022 but has struggled since then and needs a drop in her handicap ratings to get competitive
3. DIVA DU DANCING – Fourth in a claimer last time out and may be anchored by the penalty he received when winning at Lyon-Parilly in November 2022
4. MISS BELIEVE – She has been doing well in claimers of late and has also previously done well at this course. In with a winning chance
5. PADRON – Unreliable and perhaps at his very best on the PSF but does hold a winning chance in this line-up
6. KENZAL – In good form on the PSF this year with two wins. Did also run well when third on the grass so is not out of it
7. EDITED – Good winner of a claimer last time out but was only fifth in a handicap off his current mark in the penultimate start
8. GINO – Has lost his way with two poor runs recently. He is capable of doing a lot better but is best watched for now
9. BEST SIXTEEN – On a long losing streak and has only been moderate of late. Might sneak a minor place at best
10. JUSSIFER – Has mainly been kept to the PSF these days and was dreadful when last seen on the turf so others are preferred
11. AZACHOP – He has done well in his last two handicaps so even at eight-years-old he has a winning hope
12. MYBOYFRIEND – In good form of late and won a handicap in his penultimate start. Third next time out off a revised mark and deserves respect
13. ILLOIS – Fifth in his comeback start. Likely to be fitter this time but needs to find a few lengths to win this race

Summary : ROCQUEMONT (1) could do punters a favour by winning the lucky last race. He was runner-up last time out and is a course and distance winner. PADRON (5) is unreliable and may be best on the PSF but can contest the finish. MISS BELIEVE (4) has course form and has been doing well in some claimers recently so has to be considered a possible winner. KENZAL (6) is in good heart and can run well once again.

R10 – PRIX DU BOSQUET D’ARIANE – 2400m (a1 1/2m) – TURF – Condition Race – Maiden – Flat – EUR € 27.000

1. APANIIWA – Finished a pleasing 4th over 2200m at Fontainebleau on her comeback. Could improve to have a say
2. ROSIR – Showed promise in 2 starts on the turf last year. Not without a chance on her return
3. SHMI – Creditable 4th of 14 on debut on debut on the PSF at Deauville. Could improve on the turf
4. CHASING THE SUN – Entered in the Prix de Diane and Saint-Alary. Will appreciate a return to the turf and should have a role to play
5. SPELLBINDER – Unplaced in both starts so is hard to make a case for. Others preferred
6. COUP GAGNANT – Well-beaten 10th of 11 on debut and can be ruled out on that. Overlook
7. THE LAST WALTZ – Holds a Group I entry. Finished an encouraging 6th on debut in December and the form of that race has worked out well. Follow
8. ILLUCIDATE – Newcomer by Nathaniel. Clément Lecoeuvre rides for Henri-François Devin
9. AUTHODIDACTE – Well-bred Authorized debutante who Maxime Guyon rides. One to note

Summary : Group I Prix de Diane entry THE LAST WALTZ (7) was not beaten a long way on her debut on the PSF and it could pay to follow her progress returning from a break in her first outing on the turf. CHASING THE SUN (4) will appreciate the return to a rain-affected grass track so could fight for the win. Well-bred newcomers AUTHODIDACTE (9) and ILLUCIDATE (8) are others to and the betting market could provide a guide to their chances on debut.

R11 – PRIX DU POTAGER DES PRINCES – 1200m (a6f) – TURF – Handicap – Flat – EUR € 25.000

1. NUITSBLANCHES – Disappointing last start on the PSF. Can do better dropped in trip back on the turf and in a handicap
2. AMANDA’S CHOICE – SHowed useful ability in 4 starts as a two-year-old but has not been seen since August so likely to need the run
3. WRONG COLOUR – Up 2kg for winning a handicap on the turf over 1200m last time out. Only a place chance
4. IL RITORNO – Holding form at this level on the all-weather surface and is not without a chance back on the turf
5. LES TROIS VALLEES – Unplaced in both starts on the fibresand this season and must reaffirm back on the turf. Watch for now
6. LE CENTRAL – Runner-up in his first start at handicap level when reverting to the turf for his last start. Has claims
7. SISTER OF LOVE – Belatedly doubled her tally at the 11th attempt having remained consistent since her winning debut. Up 2,5kg but can follow up
8. FURIOSO – Lightly raced colt, has a bit to find on recent form and is probably more effective at a lower level. Others preferred
9. GALALITHE – Placed in 2 of 5 starts last year but is best watched for now on handicap debut after 3 months out
10. KASSAR SAID – Won at a lower level last year and was unplaced on handicap debut. Hard to make a case for
11. FRENCH CAPTAIN – Finished 3rd in a handicap debut on the PSF over 1300m when resuming. Respected
12. BO LYWOOD – Has been in good form on the fibresand and in claiming races and could be leniently treated on handicap debut. Respected
13. DRAG LIFT – Unplaced in both this year and probably more effective at a lower level. Hard to make a case for
14. HAPPY HUNTER – Pleasing 4th on handicap debut when resuming after a break and should have more to offer. On the shortlist

Summary : SISTER OF LOVE (7) was belatedly rewarded for her consistency last time when bravely getting the better of Lunala, who has won a handicap since. and is fancied to go in again despite going up 2,5kg. To do that, though, she will have to thwart HAPPY HUNTER (14) who was an encouraging 4th on his comeback and BO LYWOOD (12) on his handicap debut. IL RITORNO (4) was a good 2nd in a claimer last time out and returns to this category with justified ambitions.

R12 – PRIX DE LA RUE DES POTAGERS – 1500m (a7 1/2f) – ALL WEATHER – Divised Handicap – Class 3 – Flat – EUR € 23.000

1. PARIGI – Enjoying a productive spell and should acquit himself competitively once more
2. KISSWOOD – Has struggled off this mark since going up 2kg for winning 4 starts back. Others preferred
3. ICALERO – In good form, is well drawn and will benefit from his rider’s 1,5kg claim. In the mix
4. FORBIDDEN SECRET – Continues to drop in the weights so could get into the picture. Place chance
5. UNAMUNO – Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so chances limited even at this level
6. SEIGNEUR – Has been struggling for some time so is unlikely to trouble the judge
7. GREYWAY – Win a similar contest 2 starts back but struggled off this mark last time. Watch for now
8. KINGSFOLD – Finished 2nd in his last start despite going up in the weights. Can play a role again
9. SHYAMALA – Has already won under Théo Bachelot and should run well again. Must have chance
10. KIWI KISS – Back in the handicaps with legitimate claims. Warrants the utmost respect
11. WELCOME SIGHT – Reassured with an improved last start and should be competitive on that form with headgear now fitted
12. ON THE SEA – Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period. Can be ruled out
13. GOLD SHIVA – Drawn wide but could get a look in judged on his 3rd two starts back. Place chance
14. ITMAN – Capable but inconsistent. Proved this winter that he could do well in this category
15. D DAY MAN – Poor recent form on both surfaces does not augur well for his chances. Overlook
16. KENARTIC – Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period. Can be ruled out
17. BOZA – Unreliable but quite capable of staking a claim in a race like this. Outside chance

Summary : Following a string of poor performances, WELCOME SIGHT (11) bounced back to form and caught the eye in a similar contest at this track over 1500m last month. Equipped with cheekpieces this time around, she could spring a surprise so may be worth siding with. Consistent PARIGI (1) enjoys the surface and has a good role to play along with KIWI KISS (10), judged on her 2nd at this track two starts back. SHYAMALA (9), with Théo Bachelot in the irons again, and in-form KINGSFOLD (8) complete the shortlist.

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