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France Form Sheet – 18th April
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R1 – PRIX DU PRINTEMPS – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
1. KIM DE GAUDEL – Yet to win a race and was disappointing last time out when 5th in a handicap
at Compiegne over 1800m on 29 March. Did better before that and can bounce back to score
2. PREDETERMINED – Unreliable and was tenth last time out in a handicap qt Le Mans over 1600m
on 11 March. Capable of better and could make the frame
3. TOOCOOLFORSCHOOL – Has lost her way of late and was 11th last time out in a handicap at
Deauville on 4 November. Returns from a break and others are preferred
4. MAGIC MERCURY – Has struggled in his last two handicaps but did show improvement last time
out when 6th in a Conditions race at Royan-Atlantique over 1600m on 7 April
5. CLOSE TO YOU – Has struggled in her last four starts and was 12th last time out in a handicap
at Saint-Cloud over 1500m on 26 March. Needs to find a few lengths to win
6. LORD POST OFFICE – Non-Runner
7. STRANGER – On a very long losing run but was third last time out in a handicap at Deauville
over 1400m on 10 April. Prefers the PSF these days but is not out of it
8. MER NOIR – Better on grass and was fourth last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over
2000m on 7 April. Should contest the finish
9. EVER READY – Has yet to show much and was well beaten in his first start of the year a handicap
at Chantilly over 1600m on 8 March. Can improve on the grass but others are much preferred
10. JULDIKO – Yet to win after 15 starts and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers
over 2000m on 7 April. Others are much preferred
11. RED THE WEST – Disappointing last run when 9th in a handicap at Compiegne over 1400m
on 19 March. Fitter this time and is not out of it
Summary: A competitive start to the card. KIM DE GAUDEL (1) disappointed last time out but was
in good form before that and can bounce back to win a race like this. MER NOIR (8) is clearly better
on the turf and was not disgraced when fourth last time out. She can do even better this time. RED
THE WEST (11) needed the last run and could be a threat. PREDETERMINED (2) also seems
capable of better than the last run would suggest.
SELECTIONS
KIM DE GAUDEL (1) – MER NOIR (8) – RED THE WEST (11) – PREDETERMINED (2)
R2 – PRIX DE TREILLIERES – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
1. CELTIC ARYAAN – Yet to win a race but showed good improvement in only start of this year
when runner-up in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 5 April. Can contest the finish
2. STORMY SPIRIT – Returned from a long break and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race
at Machecoul over 1650m on 1 April. More is needed to win this race
3. DELTA SPIRIT – Unreliable of late but was fourth last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers
over 2000m on 7 April. Better over further but is not out of it
4. ZEYZOUN – On a long losing run and was 5th last time out in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule
over 1700m on 30 January. Has won at this course and can bounce back to score
5. DEAU COEUR – On a long losing run and was 6th last time out in a handicap at this course over
3100m on 6 April. Better over further and others make more appeal
6. PELUSIVE – Nearly a year since only win and was 6th last time out in a Conditions race at
Machecoul over 1650m on 1 April. More is needed to win this race
7. ORANGE VIF – On a very long losing run and was 8th last time out in a handicap at Chantilly
over 1900m on 28 March. Capable of better and can make the frame
8. AINTREEGIRL – A bit of a disappointment when 6th last time out in a handicap at Le Liond’Angers over 2000m on 7 April. Better this distance and deserves respect
9. TIME TO PARLEY – All three of her wins were in Germany and she was 7th last time out in a
Conditions race at Chantilly over 1800m on 4 April. More is needed to win this race
10. JERIMADETH – Disappointing last three runs and was 7th last time out in a claimer at Sablésur-Sarthe over 1650m on 22 October, Might need this run returning from a break
11. LA FLACA – Disappointing last three runs and was tenth last time out in a handicap at Deauville
over 1300m on 26 December. Others are preferred
12. L’AIR DU TEMPS – Clearly needed his last run when tenth in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers
over 1400m on 31 March. Fitter now and could play a minor role
Summary: ZEYZOUN (4) has won at this course and is better on the grass so could break a long
losing run. CELTIC ARYAAN (1) showed vast improvement after a break when runner-up last time
out but has a poor record in handicaps. DELTA SPIRIT (3) is better over further but can contest
the finish. AINTREEGIRL (8) is at best around this distance so is clearly not ou of it,
SELECTIONS
ZEYZOUN (4) – CELTIC ARYAAN (1) – DELTA SPIRIT (3) – AINTREEGIRL (8)
R3 – PRIX DE LA TORTIERE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 22,000
1. LOST IN MUSIC – A bit of a disappointment when only 5th last time out in a Conditions race at
Fontainebleau over 2600m on 13 April. Can make the frame
2. PARIOLO – Improving and was a good third last time out in a Conditions race at Le Lion-d’Angers
over 2000m on 7 April. Should do a lot better this time
3. RAIL DAWN – Showed vast improvement when winning a Conditions race at Saumur last time
out over 3200m on 6 April. Tougher task this time
4. LUCKY BERE – Much improved of late and was a handicap winner at Compiegne over this
distance last time out on 29 March. Can complete a hat-trick
5. LAYDIVA – Showed some improvement in her second start when fourth in a Conditions race
over this course and distance on 6 April. Could play a minor role
6. HAVRIANKA – Improving and won a Conditions race at Lignières over this distance on 31 March.
Can fight out the finish again
7. ERIDITA DOVER – A bit of a disappointment last time out on handicap debut when 6th at
Senonnes-Pouancé over 2100m on 14 April. Better this distance and can contest the finis
8. CREEKATTEMPS – Two poor efforts so far and was well beaten last time out in a Conditions
race at Machecoul over 2350m on 1 April. Needs major improvement to win
Summary: PARIOLO (2) is improving and threatening to win. It is a weak race and he could be the
right one. HAVRIANKA (6) has improved of late and is proven over this distance so should be a
threat once again. LUCKY BERE (4) is much improved of late and is looking to complete a hat-trick
of wins after two nice wins at Compiegne. ERIDITA DOVER (7) is better this distance so the last
run is best ignored.
SELECTIONS
PARIOLO (2) – HAVRIANKA (6) – LUCKY BERE (4) – ERIDITA DOVER (7)
R4 – PRIX DES SORINIERES – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Race – Flat – EUR € 16,000
1. ZALETTO – Unreliable but was a handicap winner at this course last time out over 3100m on 6
April. Can make the frame this shorter distanced
2. TALK SHOW – Holding his form well and was a winner last time out in a Conditions race at
Fontainebleau over 2200m on 15 March. Can follow up
3. PANGAEA – Kept to the PSF of late and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Lyon La
Soie over 2150m on 6 April. Others are preferred back on the turf
4. VENTOSILLA – Very consistent so far and was a winner of a Conditions race at Craon last time
out over 2400m on 3 December. Returns from a break but can follow up
5. GLORIETTE SAN – Ultra-consistent was a runner-up last time out in a handicap at this course
over 3100m on 6 April. Be right there at the finish once again
6. LONG KE WAN – In fair form of late and was 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Lignières
over this distance 31 March. Could play a minor role
7. LADIVA – On a very long losing run and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers
over 2000m on 7 April. Others are much preferred
8. VRAIE STORM – Disappointing last two runs and was 5th last time out in a handicap at Deauville
over 2500m on 20 December. Can make the frame if fit from a break
Summary: Five of the eight runners carded arrive here in good heart so we should get an exciting
finish. VENTOSILLA (4) is very consistent and won over this distance last time out so gets a narrow
vote to score. GLORIETTE SAN (5)has been ultra-consistent and will not go down without a fight.
TALK SHOW (2) is in good form and did all that was asked last time out. VRAIE STORM (8) returns
from a break but is not out of it.
SELECTIONS
VENTOSILLA (4) – GLORIETTE SAN (5) – TALK SHOW (2) – VRAIE STORM (8)
R5 – PRIX DE MARLY – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 55,000
1. DANCE SIOUX – Last-start winner over 1400m on heavy ground Le Mans on her reappearance
(11 March). Makes her handicap/Quinte+ debut under just a 0,5kg penalty
2. MCTENETT – Caught the eye (3rd) in his first start on French soil behind two rivals rated higher
than any of his opposition here but hasn’t confirmed that form/encouragement in either subsequent
outing – was only 7thg over 1400m on PSF at Chantilly on 28 March. Could do better now pitched
into a handicap
3. EGIATEGIA – Was disgraced (6th) on her handicap debut over 1200m on heavy ground at
Fontainebleau on 2 April and was subsequently supplemented for engagement. Outsider
4. KALEOCREEK – Promising at the start of his career and won a 1400m turf claimer on his
reappearance. Proved his form and well-being by finishing 3rd over 1100m at Fontainebleau on 2
March – for fans of oustiders
5. ALI – Finished 2nd in his sole handicap appearance over 1300m on the PSF at Deauville in
January before being outclassed in a 1300m Listed race at that venue on 8 March. Will be more
competitive back at this level on his Quinte+ debut
6. TREIZIEME – Won consecutive PSF handicaps, earning a 6,5kg penalty in total, before showing
his limitations in a Quinté+ handicap over 1900m at Chantilly on 28 March – finished 8th. Best
watched for now
7. JOJO JUNIOR – Inconsistent but has undeniable means, though was disappointing when only
7th on handicap debut over 1100m at Salon-de-Provence on 3 April. For another day
8. MA MOME – Well-performed filly with sound references at a lower level. Showed her limitations
in the handicaps when only 10th over 1200m at Fontainebleau on 2 April
9. MARIE MANCINI – Undefeated in two starts last season as a two-year-old and hasn’t finished
worse than 4th in 4 starts this year (albeit without success). Was 4th in the benchmark race over
1400m on PSF at Chantilly on 18 March – has legitimate claims
10. ZEPLACETOBE – Caught the eye with a reassuring 2nd on her reappearance in a handicap
over 1100m on 3 April at Salon-de-Provence. Tries this distance for the first time, so is best watched
for now
11. THE CAT’S – Consistent and versatile performer, effective on any ground/surface. Returned to
form by finishing 3rd in a 1200m handicap on heavy ground at Fontainebleau on 2 April – more
needed here
12. ANTICO – Unplaced in his first two outings before fully revealing himself with a last-start success
over 1300m on the PSF at Chantilly on 14 March. Improving sort who needs to produce another
career-best effort to have a say on his handicap debut 13. FOU FURIEUX – Consistent colt with sound references/form credentials in conditions races
against some high-class performers. Makes his handicap/Quinte+ debut after finishing 6th on
heavy ground over 1600m at Saint-Cloud on 26 March
14. THOMAS SHELBY – Represents a stable in good form and shouldn’t be hastily condemned
after finishing unplaced (8th) in a 1300m conditions race on the PSF at Chantilly on 14 March.
Respected on his handicap debut
15. KOSLOVKA – Consistent for the most and remains capable of a lot better than her latest outing
(8th), when drawn wide in a 1400m Quinte+ on the PSF at Chantilly on 18 March. Will be
competitive from stall No 8
16. L’ARDECHOISE – Revealed potential by finishing 3rd in three consecutive appearances in PSF
conditions races before an eye-catching 2nd on her handicap debut in a 1400m Quinte+ on PSF
at Chantilly on 18 March. Has never finished worse than 3rd and could open her account in her first
on turf
Summary: Carlos and Yann Lerner, who saddled the winning pair of Sunday’s Quinté+, are doubly
represented here in the opener, although their best chance of success rests with L’ARDECHOISE
(16) who made a remarkable handicap debut in the key benchmark race (2nd) on 18 March. On
that evidence, she could be worth chancing to open her account in what is also her first start on
turf. ALI (5) and KOSLOVKA (15), despite disappointing recent performances, remain candidates
for success judged on their best references. THOMAS SHELBY (14), who was unlucky not to have
achieved a better result in his last start (8th), has the means to acquit himself competitively on his
handicap debut, while the addition of blinkers could eke out improvement from MCTENETT (2) who
made a convincing debut on French soil after a promising start to his career in Ireland. MARIE
MANCINI (9), JOJO JUNIOR (7) and FOU FURIEUX (13) complete the shortlist.
SELECTIONS
L’ARDECHOISE (16) – ALI (5) – KOSLOVKA (15) – THOMAS SHELBY (14)
R6 – PRIX SFR BUSINESS (PRIX DE LA FORET DU GAVRE) – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 17,000
1. PLOTINUS – Disappointing last run when 7th in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 2200m
on 2 April. Won penultimate start and deserves respect on handicap debut
2. SHATTERHAND – Struggled on the PSF in last three starts and was well beaten last time out in
a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 2400m on 17 December. Better on the turf and can win if fit
from a break
3. TORTOLA – Unreliable and was 8th last time out in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over 1700m
on 27 March. Better on the PSF and others are preferred
4. DRIP – Unreliable but did win a handicap last time out at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 7 April.
Carries a 2,50kg penalty but can follow up
5. SPATIAL MERIT – Has struggled at Saint-Cloud in last three starts and was 10th last time out
in a handicap over this distance on 5 April. Capable of an upset on best form
6. COEUR DAVIER – Disappointing last three runs and was well beaten last time out in a handicap
at Le Lion-d’Angers over 2400m on 31 March. Capable of winning on best form
7. KING MOTIF – Unreliable since winning a Claimer in August and was 5th last time out in a
handicap at this course over 3100m on 6 April. Better this distance and could contest the finish
8. SPIRIT OF DANCE – Not disgraced when third last time out in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule
over 3100m on 27 March. Place chance
9. GARRY D’AZE – Disappointing last two runs and was 6th last time out in a handicap at BordeauxLe Bouscat over 2400m 22 February. Capable of better and is not out of it
10. GRAZANO – On a long losing run and was 6th last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau
over 3000m on 15 March. Could be the surprise package of the race dropped in distance
11. IDOLE MOME – Much improved of late and was a winner of a handicap last time out at Le Liond’Angers over this distance on 31 March. Carries a 3kg penalty but does have a place chance
12. PRESCY LIIA – Unreliable and was 11th last time out in a handicap at Pornichet-La Baule over
3100m on 7 January. Needs to do more to win this race
13. LUCAS TREZY – Disappointing two starts this year and was 7th last time out in a handicap at
Pornichet-La Baule over 3100m on 27 March. Could be best on the PSF
Summary: DRIP (4) was a good winner of a handicap last time out and although carrying a penalty
for that win is capable of following up. SHATTERHAND (2) has struggled on the PSF but was good
on the turf last year and is capable of bouncing back to score. COEUR DAVIER (6) has struggled
of late but is not out of it. KING MOTIF (7) will like this shorter distance so can contest the finish.
SELECTIONS
DRIP (4) – SHATTERHAND (2) – COEUR DAVIER (6) – KING MOTIF (7)
R7 – PRIX MACHADO – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 35,000
1. ROCK THE KASBAH – Confirmed the promise of his 1400m debut victory at Clairefontaine by
finishing 3rd in 3 consecutive (subsequent) starts, including a Group III race and a Listed event at
Saint-Cloud on 16 March. Chance
2. ELBAZ – One of several smart colts in the race – won on debut over 1500m at Deauville before
confirming that promise in both subsequent starts (finished 3rd in a Listed race at Bordeaux on 3
October). Keep safe
3. ROSHVAR – Revealed considerable means in both starts last season as a two-year-old by
finishing 2nd on debut before winning on the PSF at Deauville over 1300m when last seen on 4
November. Exciting prospect
4. TALENTUOSO – Debut winner over 1300m at Saint-Cloud in September and was beaten only
by subsequent Group III winner Atlast when 2nd over 1500m on the PSF at Chantilly on 12 October.
Respected on his return
5. SUPERCOOLED – Won on debut over 1500m at Saint-Cloud in September before finishing 3rd
behind TALENTUOSO (4) at Chantilly. Caught the eye on his reappearance when 2nd over 1600m
at Saint-Cloud on 26 March
6. SUCHET – Highly regarded Cloth Of Stars colt. Won on debut over 1600m on the PSF at Chantilly
and confirmed that promise by finishing 3rd there (over the same course and distance) on 14 March.
Main danger
7. GRAND SON OF CALYX – Promising sort with sound references/form credentials, including a
last-start 2nd at Bordeaux on his reappearance over 1400m on 1 April. Place chance
8. OTTO FLASH – Last-start winner of a 1600m maiden on heavy ground at Haydock Park in just
his second outing on 30 September. Makes his French/stable debut and is open to further
improvement
Summary: Well-bred ROSHVAR (3) caught the eye when 2nd on debut over this trip and confirmed
that promise when opening his account on the PSF over 1300m at Deauville in November. He
ought to have improved over the winter so it could pay to side with him on his reappearance,
especially having been supplemented for this engagement. SUCHET (6) has Group I Poule d’Essai
and Prix du Jockey Club entries and is highly regarded by connections, so may well fight for victory
in his first outing on turf. TALENTUOSO (4), who finished ahead of SUPERCOOLED (5) when last
seen, isn’t underestimated on his reappearance. Good race!
SELECTIONS
ROSHVAR (3) – SUCHET (6) – TALENTUOSO (4) – SUPERCOOLED (5)
R8 – PRIX DE PROCE – 2400m (a1m1/2) – TURF – Class 4 Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 15,000
1. MORNING FIVE – Unreliable but did run third last time out in a handicap at Saint-Cloud over this
distance on 5 April. Can do even better this time around
2. NORQUI DES ROSES – Unreliable of late but was not disgraced when fourth last time out in a
handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers over this distance on 31 March. Place chance
3. LIBERTE CHERIE – In good form of late and was runner-up last time out in a handicap at Le
Lion-d’Angers over 2000m on 7 April. Can contest the finish again
4. FRENCH DIVA – Disappointing form of late and was 5th last time out in a handicap at SaintCloud over this distance on 5 April. Capable of better and is not out of it
5. ARMORIGENE – In fair form and was 5th last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over
3000m on 13 April. Distance-suited and can fight out the finish
6. INDIAN SOUL – In fair form this year and was 5th last time out in a handicap at Le Lion-d’Angers
over this distance on 31 March. Can make the frame
7. FLIGHT DE JUILLEY – Struggling of late and was 9th last time out in a handicap at Le Liond’Angers over this distance on 31 March. Others are much preferred
8. ALF A STAR – Consistent of late and was a winner last time out in a handicap at Le Liond’Angers over 2000m on 7 April Carries a 3kg penalty but could earn some money
9. LA PALOMBIERE – Yet to win a race and was 7th on handicap debut at Le Lion-d’Angers over
2000m on 7 April. Capable of improvement but others are preferred
10. ROCK OF SPIRIT – Struggling of late and was 9th last time out in a handicap at RoyanAtlantique over 2900m on 7 April. Needs to do more to win this race
11. TREIZE CHOPE – On a very long losing run and was 7th last time out in a handicap at
Fontainebleau over 3000m on 13 April. Better this distance and has a place chance
12. UM ELNADIM – Disappointing last run when tenth last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau
over 3000m on 25 November. Could do better returning from a break
13. FIVE BY FIVE – On a very long losing run and was 6th last time out in a handicap at PornichetLa Baule over 3100m on 22 February. Back on the grass could spark improvement but others are
preferred
Summary: MORNING FIVE (1) is unreliable but ran well last time out over this distance and gets
a narrow vote to score in a very competitive handicap. LIBERTE CHERIE (3) is in good form and
should be involved with the finish once again. ARMORIGENE (5) is in fair form but does have a
winning chance. FRENCH DIVA (4) has been disappointing of late but is not out of it.
SELECTIONS
MORNING FIVE (1) – LIBERTE CHERIE (3) – ARMORIGENE (5) – FRENCH DIVA (4)
R9 – PRIX DU LOUVRE – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Class 1 Race – Flat – EUR € 35,000
1. ROUHIYA – Finished 3rd on debut behind LADY INVINCIBLE (3) and improved with that
experience to win on the PSF over 1300m at Deauville on 4 November. Will have more to offer on
her reappearance
2. LUIZA BERE – Consistent performer whose greater experience will stand her in good stead here.
Finished 3rd in a 1600m Listed race at Bordeaux when last seen on 11 November
3. LADY INVINCIBLE – Confirmed the promise of her debut 4th over this course and distance with
a 1400m Saint-Cloud success on 10 October, when beating subsequent winner/re-opposing
ROUHIYA (1). Not taken lightly
4. RIBALTAGAIA – Debut winner at Lyon Parilly over 1350m and confirmed that promise by
finishing 4th in the Group I Prix Marcel Boussac at ParisLongchamp on 1 October. Sets the
standard
5. ROCK’N SWING – Well-bred Camelot filly related to Dubai Millenium. Made an eye-catching
winning debut over 1500m at Saint-Cloud on 5 October and would’ve come on appreciably with the
benefit of that experience
6. DANCING QUEEN – Didn’t go unnoticed when 6th on debut over 2000m at Cagnes on PSF.
Improved for/benefitted from the switch to turf by winning over 1600m at La Teste-de-Buch on 23
March
7. HIT IT – Promising filly with 2 wins from 4 starts, including on her reappearance at Saint-Cloud
over 1600m on 26 March. Warrants respect
8. NADELIA – Debut winner on PSF at Deauville over 1500m and has acquitted herself well in all
3 subsequent starts, finishing 5th on each occasion – twice at Meydan and over 2100m at SaintCloud on 1 April
Summary: RIBALTAGAIA (4) confirmed the promise of her Lyon-Parilly debut victory by finishing
a commendable 4th in the Group I Marcel Boussac and, on the strength of that form, is worth siding
with on her reappearance. However, she will be tested by last-start PSF winner ROUHIYA (1) and
Godolphin’s well-bred ROCK’N SWING (5), who is related to Dubai Millenium. Group I entry LADY
INVINCIBLE (3), who beat ROUHIYA (1) when last seen, also warrants respect on her
reappearance. Good race!
SELECTIONS
RIBALTAGAIA (4) – ROUHIYA (1) – ROCK’N SWING (5) – LADY INVINCIBLE (3)
R10 – PRIX DE VERNEUIL – 1600m (a1m) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
1. EXCEEDING QUEEN – Didn’t go unnoticed when 5th on debut over 1600m on PSF at Chantilly,
finished behind re-opposing AVENUE MONTAIGNE (6). Will know more about it now
2. BASSETT BELLE – Unplaced and soundly beaten in both outings, once on each surface – the
latest (12th) over 1600m on PSF at Chantilly on 22 December. Needs to improve
3. MONTE SANCHA – Frankel filly bought for €480,000 as a yearling. Didn’t go unnoticed when
finishing 6th on debut over 1200m on the turf at Deauville on 9 July and is likely to have come on
appreciably since that outing
4. LA DESINENCE – Wasn’t beaten far on debut, when finishing 7th of 16 runners on the PSF at
Deauville over 1500m on 15 December. Can only improve with the benefit of that outing
5. FELICIA – Well-related Wootton Bassett filly bought for €140,000 as a yearling. Revealed her
potential on debut in a newcomers’ race over 1600m at Chantilly, finishing 3rd in a good field on 28
March – keep safe
6. AVENUE MONTAIGNE – Finished an encouraging 3rd on debut in June last year over 1400m
and has confirmed that promise by finishing 2nd in both comeback outings, the latest over 1600m
at Saint-Cloud on 12 March.
7. MONTEMESOLA – Well-bred Kingman filly (half-sister to Territories) who ran on strongly once
the penny had dropped to finish 3rd over on debut at Compiegne 1400m on 19 March. Will have
more to offer over this trip
8. PEMBA BAY – Finished 3rd in consecutive outings before being outclassed (7th) in a Listed race
at Saint-Cloud over 1400m. Absent since her 5th behind GOLIGHTLY (9) over 1500m on PSF at
Deauville on 5 December
9. GOLIGHTLY – €300,000 Frankel filly who made encouraging progress in her second start,
finishing 3rd over 1500m on the PSF at Deauville on 5 December. Open to further improvement on
her reappearance
10. ABIAT – Improving sort with sound references on PSF, including a last-start 3rd over 1300m at
Chantilly last month (14 March). One to note in her first outing on turf
11. SOUPLESSE – Finished an encouraging 3rd at Saint-Cloud over 1200m on debut last year and
would’ve benefitted from a much-needed comeback outing (5th) over 1600m at that venue on 12
March. Should improve
Summary: MONTEMESOLA (7) caught the eye on debut when a fast-finishing 3rd over 1400m at
Compiegne and, on that evidence, should have more to offer over this distance with the benefit of
that experience under her belt. FELICIA (5) also finished 3rd on debut, in a newcomers’ race at
Chantilly, and ought to have improved with that outing, so could fight for victory. AVENUE
MONTAIGNE (6), runner-up in both starts this year, has the form and experience to play a leading
role too, with the shortlist completed by well-bred MONTE SANCHA (3) who would’ve come on
appreciably after a quiet introductory outing last year.
SELECTIONS
MONTEMESOLA (7) – FELICIA (5) – AVENUE MONTAIGNE (6) – MONTE SANCHA (3)
R11 – PRIX DE VIROFLAY – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
1. EXISTENTIALISTE – Finished an encouraging 4th on debut over 2000m on heavy ground at
Saint-Cloud on 21 March. Was beaten narrowly by NEWLOOK (2) on that occasion
2. NEWLOOK – Revealed potential when finishing 3rd, between BABAKOOL (7) and
EXISTENTIALISTE (1), on debut at Saint-Cloud over 2000m on 21 March. Ought to be competitive
3. GATTOPARDO – Runner-up in consecutive starts on the PSF at Chantilly but failed to build on
that promise in his first start on turf, finishing 5th over 2000m at the venue on 30 March. Must
improve
4. EVERGREEN – Didn’t go unnoticed when 4th on debut over 1600m on heavy ground at Chantilly
on 28 March. Will improve with that experience under the belt
5. SCORCH – Soundly beaten (10th) on debut over 1800m at Fontainebleau on 25 November.
Should improve with the benefit of that experience but is best watched for now
6. OSCAR – Finished 7th of 9 runners on debut at Chantilly on PSF over 1600m on 9 February.
Would’ve come on with that outing – for another day
7. BABAKOOL – Regally bred Dubawi colt, the grandson of Goldikova. Finished 2nd on debut at
Saint-Cloud on heavy ground over 2000m – interestingly, Maxime Guyon who rode him that day
rides HAMAVI (8) instead
8. HAMAVI – Well-bred Dubawi newcomer trained by André Fabre, who has engaged Maxime
Guyon to ride. Could be worth following
Summary: The Wertheimer brothers are doubly represented and likely to win the lion’s share of
the prize. Newcomer HAMAVI (8) is bred to be useful and it could pay to take a chance on this son
of Dubawi making a winning debut. However, he’ll need to be above-average to thwart the expected
challenge of BABAKOOL (7) who finished an encouraging 2nd on debut and would’ve improved
with that experience. Behind him that day, finishing 3rd and 4th respectively, were NEWLOOK (2)
and EXISTENTIALISTE (1) who aren’t without a chance either judged on that form.
SELECTIONS
HAMAVI (8) – BABAKOOL (7) – NEWLOOK (2) – EXISTENTIALISTE (1)
R12 – PRIX DE TREVISE – 2000m (a1m1/4) – TURF – Maiden Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
1. MOT DOUX – Fifth on her debut, In a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1900m on the 18 of
March. She was just ahead of MQSE DU BERGER (7), and she showed that day that she could
improve.
2. SOME SKYE – Second in a Conditions race at Clairefontaine- Deauville over 1600m on the 20
of October. Capable of contesting the finish
3. JANASHA – Entered in the Prix de Diane (Gr.1), she finished very well on January 19 at Deauville
and should soon win.
4. NINI STAR – Second in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 2000m on the 30 of March. Improved
in the latest effort after a break and can be involved in the finish
5. LOVE AFFAIR – Was 7th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over 1600m on the 28 of March.
Others are preferred in this line-up
6. SAILAWAYWITHME – Fourth in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1600m on the 18 of October.
She is entered for the Prix de Diane (Gr 1) and deserves to be respected
7. MQSE DU BERGER – Finished 6th in a Conditions race at Chantilly over1900m on the 18 of
March.. She was slow to find her rhythm during her debut before finishing in a very good action
(6th), at the height of MOT DOUX (1).
8. WINDBURN – Second in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 1800m on the 25 of November.
Good debut back in November and has scope
9. CORNELIENNE – Second in a Conditions race at Deauville over 1600m on the 18 of October.
Runner up in both starts and can have a say
10. MIWA – Was 6th in a Conditions at Saint-Cloud over 1600m on the 12 of March. Probably
needed the last start and can show better
Summary: Highly rated by her trainer JANASHA (3) would be ready to score after a very pleasing
last run. A pleasant finisher during its first steps, the perfectible MQSE DU BERGER (7) was not
disgraced on er debut and will appreciate the slight extension of the distance. SOME SKYE (2)
returns from a break but has run very well twice so far and should contest the finish again. MOT
DOUX (1) can also make the frame.
SELECTIONS
JANASHA (3) – MQSE DU BERGER (7) – SOME SKYE (2) – MOT DOUX (1)
R13 – PRIX DE LA BOETIE – 3000m (a2m) – TURF – Class 2 Race – Flat – EUR € 27,000
1. ALWAYS WELCOME – Winner in a Conditions race at Nantes over 3100m on the 6 of April.
Winner on April 6 over the 3,100 meters in Nantes, he can do well.
2. SOMBRERO – Winner in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over 3000m on the 15 of
March.Authoritative winner over this distance in Fontainebleau for his debut on French soil, he must
confirm.
3. PAPER TROPHY – Winner in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 3000m on the 26 of March. It
remains a success from start to finish in a Clodoaldian Quinté+ and still has its say.
4. ALMACADO GREE – Was 5th in a Conditions race at Saint-Cloud over 3000m on the 1 of April.
Fifth upon his return, he is very comfortable on this track and finds a great opportunity to strike back
5. OPASAN – Was 6th in a Conditions race at Vichy over 2400m on the 18 of July. Has been on a
break since July. Probably will need the run
6. DSCHINGIS KING – Third in a Conditions race at Deauville over 2800m on the 5 of August.
Winner of the Western Derby last summer but has been absent since August.
7. ASTAIRE – Unplaced in a Handicap at Fontainebleau over 3000m on the 25 of November. Been
on a break and might need the run back
8. KLASSIC PRECIEUX – Second in a Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 3000m on the 26 of March.
Seldom far off them and can play a minor role
9. MASTER OF HOPE – Third in a Conditions race at Le Croise-Laroche over 2500m on the 22 of
March. Impeccable in two outings, this late horse should still show progress.
10. ALL IN YOU – Winner in a Conditions hurdle race at Angers over 3400m on the 28 of February.
Did win on the flat on debut but faces stronger
11. PRESAGE NOCTURNE – Runner-up last time out in a Conditions race at Fontainebleau over
3000m on the 15 of March. Meets SOMBRERO (2) on better weight terms and can turn it around
12. POSEIDONOS – Winner in a Conditions race at Nancy over 2500m on the 24 of March. Can
play a minor role in this line-up
13. MALKA – Third in a Conditions race at Toulouse over 2000m on the 4 of March. Pleasantly
third in Toulouse during her return to school and her debut in France, she goes the distance.
Summary: ALMACADO GREE (4) proved in need of the last run when fifth and will strip fitter this
time. SOMBRERO (2) won well on French debut and looks capable of being a big threat once
again. PRESAGE NOCTURNE (11) chased home SOMBRERO (2) last time out and is better off
at the weights so deserves the utmost respect. DSCHINGIS KING (6) ability but is returning from
a lengthy break.
SELECTIONS
ALMACADO GREE (4) – SOMBRERO (2) – PRESAGE NOCTURNE (11) – DSCHINGIS KING
(6)
R14 – PRIX DE SAINTE-GEMME – 1300m (a6f1/2) – TURF – Divided Handicap – Flat – EUR € 28,000
1. FINIMONDO – Disappointing first crack of the grass when 8th last time out in a handicap at
Fontainebleau over 1200m on 2 April. Could like this distance and has a place chance
2. MAGIC PERSEVERANCE – Kept to the PSF so far and was third last time out in a handicap at
Chantilly over 1400m on 18 March. Can score if taking to the grass
3. SPEZIAL – Improved of late and was third last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over
1200m on 6 March. Can do even better this longer distance
4. YOKEN – Yet to win a race and was 7th last time out in a handicap at Fontainebleau over 1200m
on 2 April. Capable of earning some minor money
5. GOLUPTIOUS – Has improved of late and was third last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly
over 1300m on 14 March. Capable of earning some more money
6. IGNOL – Disappointing handicap debut when 9th at Fontainebleau over 1200m on 2 April. Could
like this longer distance and is not out of it
7. IBERIA – Much improved last run when fourth in a Conditions race at Chantilly over this distance
on 16 February. Has claims on handicap debut
8. LIBERTE – Yet to win a race but is holding form and was fourth last time out in a Conditions race
at Montluçon – Néris-les-Bain on 1 April. Tackles stronger and others are preferred
9. TRUE VALUE – Much improved of late and was a winner last time out in a handicap at
Compiegne over 1600m on 29 March. Carries a 3.50kg penalty for that win. Might place
10. TANIS – Yet to win but did sow improvement when runner-up last time out in a handicap at
Chantilly over 1400m on 18 March. Can make the frame again
11. HAUTE GAMME – Unreliable of late and was third last time out in a handicap at Le Mans over
this distance on 11 March. Place chance
12. EN PLEIN AIR – Disappointing last run when 5th last time out in a Conditions race at Chantilly
over 1300m on 14 March. Capable of earning some minor money
13. SENZA TE – Has shown her best form in Claimers and was a winner last time out at Argentan
over 1300m on 11 April. Tougher task this time and others are preferred
14. LOYAL PRINCE – In good form of late and was runner-up last time out in a handicap at
Fontainebleau over 1200m on 2 April. Probably at best that distance but is not out of it
Summary: A very courageous third on March 18 at Chantilly, MAGIC PERSEVERANCE (2) must
confirm that she is as good on the grass. Also only seen on the sand until now, IBERIA (7) also
has serious assets in her game. Three times third in five outings, SPEZIAL (3) can get involved
with the finish once again. IGNOL (6) was a disappointment on handicap debut but could be
effective this distance. An interesting lucky last race.
SELECTIONS
MAGIC PERSEVERANCE (2) – IBERIA (7) – SPEZIAL (3) – IGNOL (6)
