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LAVAL - 02 June

Race 1

1. GAYA DU BOUFFEY - Third in a class F at Amiens last time out. Needs more up in grade.

2. GAYA BACK - Second in a class E on comeback. Fitter here and one to consider.

3. GELA DE BELLOUET - Back to back ninths including most recently beaten 22m in this class. Improvement needed.

4. GAZELLE DU BOURG - Sixth in a class D twenty days ago. Requires more. Outclassed.

5. GAYA DES BROUSSES - Seventh in a class D beaten 12m. Third up and one to consider.

6. GRANDE GALAXIE - No form past five including in this grade. Tough.

7. GINGER MADRIK - Downfield latest at Vichy in a higher grade. Third in this class in March and one to consider.

8. GUERRIERE WIND - Won well at Caen earlier this month in this class. Big chance.

9. GOLD BEAUTY - Struggled past three outings. Shoes now off so may improve.

10. GAVOTTE DU PRATEL - Struggled past six and best watched.

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11. GRAVITY DELO - Downfield on comeback recently. Likely to struggle.

12. GUSTAVIA - Fifth in this class at Mauquenchy eleven days ago beaten 4.1m. Big chance.

13. GABRIELLA SPORT - Is at best when making the running. Disqualified at Caen twenty days ago.

14. GLOIRE DIVINE - Won by a nose at Le Mans last week racing second up. Same class again and cannot be ruled out.

15. GEORGIA DE REMILLY - Third at this level two weeks ago. One for the placings.

16. GALLA DE MANCHE - Has gone well without placing past two outings in this class. Good chance.

Summary

GUERRIERE WIND (8) resumed with a success at Caen winning with something in hand and could be tough to overcome again at this level. GLOIRE DIVINE (14) is third up having improved in latest to win at Le Mans in this class. Top chance. GALLA DE MANCHE (16) has just missed the placings past two outings and can be considered. GINGER MADRIK (7) struggled at a higher level on return as prior to that was placed at this grade. Interesting.

Selections

GUERRIERE WIND (8) - GLOIRE DIVINE (14) - GALLA DE MANCHE (16) -

GINGER MADRIK (7)

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Race 2

1. FAKIR DE GESVRES - Downfield on comeback and passed over.

2. FALMACO DES ANGLES - Second thirteen days ago in a class E. Fitter but needs a bit more.

3. FEARLESS JIEL - Three disqualifications in past four. Three starts back was second in this class. Has ability but is risky.

4. FEDER PERRINE - Moderate the last three efforts. Won in a class E back in February. Requires more.

5. FAVORI DE FOURCHES - No form the past six attempts. Dropping dramatically in grade but likely to need this.

6. FILOU STAR - Fifth in a class E in March. Has placed at this level so one for the multiples.

7. FORZO DESJY - Third in a class E nine days ago. Top driver involved and can be considered.

8. FIRST DE PIENCOURT - Fifth beaten 9.6m in a class D at Caen. Doesn't win often but could place.

9. FLASH GORDON - Won easily at Cherboug three weeks ago by 9m. Up a level and is a top chance.

10. FALCO BERRY - Third in a class C at Maure de Bretagne. Down a level and looks the one to beat.

11. FLEURON D'IROISE - Out of form the past three outings and best watched.

12. FLOCON DIGEO - Downfield latest in a lower class. Rear shoes now off. Won in this combination three starts back.

13. FULL AUX ROIS - Second ten days ago in this class. All shoes now off and needs to be considered.

14. FANDANGO LA NUIT - Won a class D by 4m at Toulouse. Player again.

15. FANAL DU GARDEN - Back to back disqualifications in this class. Has ability but hard to trust.

16. FETICHE ATOUT - Bidding for a hattrick after back to back wins in class E's. Can feature.

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Summary

FALCO BERRY (10) delivered a good third in a class C last time out at Maure de Bretagne. Down in class to a winnable level. FETICHE ATOUT (16) returned in style eleven days ago securing a victory by 14m at Laval. Strong claims now pursuing a hat-trick. FANDANGO LA NUIT (14) is a recent winner in this class and has to be considered again. FLASH GORDON (9) won well in a lower grade when last seen. Interesting up a level.

Selections

FALCO BERRY (10) - FETICHE ATOUT (16) - FANDANGO LA NUIT (14) -

FLASH GORDON (9)

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Race 3

1. GO FAST DE GINAI - Fourth in a class D at Caen seventeen days ago. Shaped well from the front but improvement needed up a level.

2. GALLIANO DU DESERT - Disqualified at this level latest and best watched.

3. GAUDEO - Won by 2.5m at Nantes in a class D. Up a level and has to be considered.

4. GIGI D'ATTAQUE - Ninth beaten a distance on return. Has gone well at this level but hard to trust.

5. GRAND REPORTER - Eighth on comeback in a class D. Previously a decent fourth the time before with this shoeing combination. Interesting.

6. GREAT ZEUS - No form in last three and hard to have.

7. GALA DE CRENNES - Sixth in a class B ten days ago. Dropping down a level and is of interest.

8. GOLD DU METZ - Delivered a comeback with a solid sixth beaten 21m in this class. More needed.

9. GOLIATH DE LA COUR - Three straight disqualifications. Won in this class four starts back. Talented but not reliable.

10. GALEO DU TORDOIR - Third in a class C at Vincennes three weeks ago. Now barefoot and a big player.

11. GUI D'ERABLE - Fifth beaten 9.25m at a class B level. Down one grade and can be considered.

12. GLOWING MOKO - Two disqualifications in last three. Best watched.

13. GIANT CHIEF - Disqualified on comeback in a higher class. Could improve.

Summary

GAUDEO (3) is consistent. Won well on comeback in a lower class and now up a grade but is a big chance. GUI D'ERABLE (11) went well last week in a higher rated contest. Back a level and likely to feature. GALEO DU TORDOIR (10) produced a solid effort upon return with shoes on finishing third in this class at Vincennes. Now barefoot and expected to go close. GRAND REPORTER (5) finished midfield on reappearance but is one for the placings in this contest.

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Selections

GAUDEO (3) - GUI D'ERABLE (11) - GALEO DU TORDOIR (10) - GRAND

REPORTER (5)

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Race 4

1. EMIR DE REBOMARD - Disqualified at Le Mans latest in a class C. Placed at G2 level three starts back and a top chance.

2. CHALIMAR DE GUEZ - Seventh but beaten a distance in a driven event latest. Good record in mounted and was third in a lower class two starts back.

3. DELICIEUX DU CEBE - Three straight disqualifications and hard to trust up in class.

4. BUTCH CASSIDY - Third but well beaten in a class C at Le Mans. Improvement required.

5. DIAMANT DE TREABAT - Won by a neck on reappearance in a mounte class B. Fitter and cannot be ruled out.

6. BETTINA DE TILLARD - Second in a class C four starts back. Not at the same level since.

7. CORAIL D'AURE - Made all of the running to win a class C at Bordeaux in March. Returns with the same shoeing combination. Big chance.

8. BLEU CIEL - Ended last spell with a class B win at Vincennes. 100 day break but should be ready for this.

9. ETONNANT - Second in a G1 mounted two starts back. Returns barefoot and tough to beat.

10. CATALOGNE - Disqualified in a G1 in February. Has ability with the class drop.

11. BALZAC DE L'ITON - Third in this class two starts back in a driven. Good mounted record .

12. EVIDENCE ROC - No form in last six outings but dropping from Group level.

Summary

ETONNANT (9) is a high class performer who was second in a G1 mounted event at Vincennes two starts back. Was going well only to be disqualified in a G1 driven with latest outing and may prove hard to beat here. CATALOGNE(10) won a class B three runs back and was a solid fourth in a G2 two attempts ago. Disqualification in a G1 most recently however may bounce back. BLEU CIEL (8) will have a short break to overcome but did win a class B when last seen. Claims. CORAIL D'AURE (7) likes to make the running and could repeat his Bordeaux success if securing an early lead.

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Selections

ETONNANT (9) - CATALOGNE (10) - BLEU CIEL (8) - CORAIL D'AURE (7)

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Race 5

1. FLEO LILA - Disqualified in a class A mounted race latest. Dropping significantly in grade and is two wins and two placings from nine mobile starts. Hard to beat.

2. ELISE DE BEYLEV - Midfield in recent outings in higher classes. Returning to a mobile start where he holds a much stronger record. Can improve.

3. FURIOSO BEACH - Solid effort on return recently finishing sixth beaten 12m in a class D. This is easier and a big player.

4. FLEIREL VEDAQUAIS - No form past six including in claiming company. Passed over.

5. EPATANTE STAR - Disqualfieid in a class F nine days ago. Dropping into a claimer which is a grade she won in previously in January.

6. ENGALA DE LOU - Well beaten at Le Mans seven days ago. Difficult.

7. EANDEL SMILING - Out of form and this is no easier.

8. ECRIN TURGOT - Won three starts back in this class. Struggled next two outings up in grade and interesting shoes have come off.

9. FABULOUS GIRL - Second in a class F last week. Back to back placings and could be in the frame.

10. FLASH DU LERRE - No form past four starts and this is difficult.

11. FILOPOTO PENA - Disqualified on reappearence in a class E. Passed over.

12. EFFERVESCENTE - Beaten a distance nine days ago and needs improvement.

13. FRIVOLE PAN - Fifth in a claimer two starts back but requires improvement.

14. ENTRE DEUX TOON'S - Third four starts back in a class F. Not at the same level since.

Summary

FLEO LILA (1) returns first up since February. Dropping drastically in grade and is strong at this start type. Ideal draw in one and hard to beat. FURIOSO BEACH (3) was a solid sixth at Chatenbriant on most recent attempt in a class D. Down in class and comes with the benefit of an outing. Player. FABULOUS

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GIRL (9) has been consistent of late. Managed a second when last seen in a class F and may feature in this. ECRIN TURGOT (8) won three starts back but has been below par with shoes on since. Interesting using this combination.

Selections

FLEO LILA (1) - FURIOSO BEACH (3) - FABULOUS GIRL (9) - ECRIN

TURGOT (8)

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Race 6

1. HOLGA DE FOURCHES - No form in two starts and passed over.

2. HOUSTON DE BLARY - Has won both career starts including most recently by 13m in a class E at Caen. Cannot be ruled out up in grade.

3. HAWAI TEAM - Third beaten 31m in a class C. Has won at class D level but more exposed than some of these.

4. HOUSTON BERRY - Disqualified in G1 company on comeback at Caen. Still a maiden but has shown decent form.

5. HORA BOT EUR MOEL - Fourth in a handicap last week at Pontchateau recently. Won at class D level. To be looked at.

6. HEVE DE LA NOE - Returned finishing downfield in a class B driven. Time before was a solid fifth on mounted debut in a G2 at Vincennes. Big player on second mounted start.

7. HYDRE - Won impressively at Mauquenchy eleven days ago by 22m in a class C. The one to beat

8. HOOK UP ABSOLUTE - Eighth on reappearence in a driven. Previously won sole mounted start in a class B. Unexposed at this discipline.

Summary

HYDRE (7) was a wide margin winner on comeback in a class C. Open to further improvement second up and is the one to beat. HOUSTON DE BLARY (2) is bidding for a hat-trick after winning first two career attempts. Up in grade but needs to be considered. HOOK UP ABSOLUTE (8) found success two starts back and likely to be fitter after returning in a driven event. HEVE DE LA NOE (6) produced a good effort on mounted debut at group level. Worth considering making second start in the saddle.

Selections

HYDRE (7) - HOUSTON DE BLARY (2) - HOOK UP ABSOLUTE (8) - HEVE

DE LA NOE (6)

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Race 7

1. HERCULE QUICK - Disqualified on first two career starts. Top driver booked however and could improve.

2. HERMES PAT - Disqualified on debut when well in the market. Worth another chance.

3. HAPPY DE TOUCHYVON - Won in a class E latest by 21m. Up a level and a top chance.

4. HISTORIQUE ELDE - Back to back fifths in similar classes. Needs to improve to win and a place chance.

5. HELLO JO DARLING - Won by a neck at Chartres thirteen days ago. Big player again.

6. HUGO DU BOURG - Back to back disqualifications and hard to trust.

7. HORNET DE L'AUMOY - Second in a class D beaten 2.6m. Can feature again here.

8. HEROS DE BEAUCAMP - Back to back fourths in class D's. Consistent and could place.

9. HELLO PANAME - Won first two career starts and was second on third career outing in a class D. Claims.

10. HAQUITIN - Sixth in a class C latest. Should be fitter and needs to be considered.

11. HEAGLE CASH - Eighth in a class C at Laval. Previously won two races after making all. Interesting if securing a lead.

12. HECTOR DE BASSIERE - Third on comeback in a higher class last week. Consistent and a big player dropping a level.

Summary

HECTOR DE BASSIERE (12) returned with a placing seven days ago in a higher class. Still a maiden after seven attempts however secures an opportunity now down in grade. HELLO JO DARLING (5) won a class D recently on comeback. Up a level but cannot be ruled out. HEAGLE CASH (11) was only moderate on reappearance ten days ago. Could prove difficult to pass if securing a lead. HELLO PANAME (9) is lightly raced with two wins already. Place chance.

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Selections

HECTOR DE BASSIERE (12) - HELLO JO DARLING (5) - HEAGLE CASH

(11) - HELLO PANAME (9)

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Race 8

1. DIDEROT DE MESLAY - No recent form and passed over.

2. CAKINAP - Fifth nine days ago in a lower class ad needs to improve.

3. CASH VRAC - Downfield on recent outings in this class. Passed over.

4. CALINE DE FEMISSON - Disqualified in this class latest. Time before was a decent second in this class at Enghien. Solid amateur driver. Claims.

5. CUPIDON DE BASSARD - Downfield on recent outings and best watched. .

6. CONCERTO STAR - Second earlier this month at Vire in a lower grade. Going up a level.

7. DESIR DU JUILLE - Won impressively in a class H latest by 7.6m. Bit more needed up in class.

8. CARINA DU PORHOET - Out of form including at this level. Passed over.

9. BOXEUR DES BAUX - Returning after a short break having ended previous spell out of form.

10. CHAYANE DE CALVI - Won by a nose three starts back in a lower class. Not at the same level since but has ability.

11. BAMBOU DE CALVI - Struggled in March but previously was a good fourth two outings ago back at Vincnnes. Could improve.

12. BAMAKO DE LA GAZO - Midfield past few outings. Requires a bit more.

13. DUC DE GRIMOULT - Twelfth on comeback in a class E. Holds some form at this level and could place.

14. CHIPIE DES BORDES - Fifth twelve days ago in this class. Previously won at a higher level and needs to be looked at.

15. BELLAGIO - Back to back disqualifications. Passed over.

16. BEFORE SOON - Five disqualifications in last six outings. Dropping in class but needs more.

Summary

CALINE DE FEMISSON (4) delivered back to back placings at the end of the previous campaign. Resumed racing with a moderate performance recently

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and now fitter looks interesting. CHIPIE DES BORDES (14) produced a solid effort in latest andof note at this level. One to consider. DESIR DU JUILLE (7) secured an easy win at a lower level. Worth a try in this grade. DUC DE GRIMOULT (13) needs to come on for reappearance however is a place chance.

Selections

CALINE DE FEMISSON (4) - CHIPIE DES BORDES (14) - DESIR DU

JUILLE (7) - DUC DE GRIMOULT (13)

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MARSEILLES BORELY - 02 June

Race 1

1. SENLISIENNE - Eye catching debut victory at this track on sole start. Entitled to improve and every chance.

2. SWETTY BEAUTY - Unbeaten in two starts. All the way debut run was followed by impressive victory at Salon-De-Provence. Up in trip again and strong chance.

3. THOUSAND DREAMS - Placed at Vichy last time after a moderate Chantilly debut. Will be in the mix if improvement continues.

4. FEEL THE FEVER - Filly making her debut. May have to give way to more experienced rivals.

5. FATEFULDAY - Unraced filly by Anodin. Best watched unless a betting move dictates further interest.

Summary

SWETTY BEAUTY (2) can maintain her unbeaten run after a powerful performance last time out. SENLISIENNE (1) is sure to improve. Produced a winning debut at this track over 1000m and could go close on this occasion. THOUSAND DREAMS (3) last time out placed at Vichy and indicated scope for improvement. Could be the one for minor honours. FEEL THE FEVER (4) is a yet to race filly whose lack of experience may count against her.

Selections

SWETTY BEAUTY (2) - SENLISIENNE (1) - THOUSAND DREAMS (3) -

FEEL THE FEVER (4)

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Race 2

1. DARRAAS - Debut run for Bated Breath gelding. May need the experience.

2. TOUCH OF SOMMER - Racecourse debut for this Touch Down colt. Likely improver after this run.

3. MALLOUE - Rajsaman colt making his first appearance. Not without a chance.

4. CHARMING PRINCE - First time out for this Prince of Gibraltar gelding. Inexperience may tell.

5. HEAVEN ABOVE - Unraced Free Eagle colt will improve for this experience.

6. EVAGRO - Evasive colt making debut today. Market may dictate his chance.

7. SIAMAYUZ - First time out for this Tounsia gelding. Best watched for now.

8. SUR L'HERBE - Racecourse debut for this Gemix gelding. Others preferred.

9. BELLAWAY - Galiway sired filly that has yet to race. May have a place chance.

10. BASSETTE - First run for this Wootton Bassett filly. Could be in the mix.

11. MANAROLA - Unraced 3yo filly out of Red Dubawi. The market could be the best guide.

12. FAKE - Debut for Makfi filly out of Feigned. Interesting prospect. Market move would be a big hint.

Summary

Market is the guide. MANAROLA (11) is an unraced 3yo Red Dubawi filly. Market interest would enhance her chances. Interest in FAKE (12), a Makfi filly. Could be competitive. BASSETTE (10) is by Wootton Bassett and may be in the mix. BELLAWAY (9) might have a chance and TOUCH OF SOMMER (2) is sure to improve for this racecourse debut.

Selections

MANAROLA (11) - FAKE (12) - BASSETTE (10) - BELLAWAY (9) - TOUCH

OF SOMMER (2)

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Race 3

1. SAYANN - Recent win at this track over 2100m may prove crucial. Sure to improve again and has every chance of a follow up.

2. CASHBAG - All the way winner at this track last time out. Has a good chance of clinching a tenth career victory.

3. VERMIX - Returned to this track after a six month break last time but failed to impress. Previously raced well to secure four wins in a five race spell. Needs best form to be in the mix.

4. BELMONTE - Hat trick seeker last seen when winning at this track last October. Strong chance if fully wound up.

5. EDINSON - Recent fourth place at this track came after a lay off. Should improve for that run but may still not trouble the judge.

6. RICHEMONT - More moderate form of late. Has won three races and is entitled to be a serious contender if recovering old form.

7. CHAILLOUE - Not seen out for almost six months. May need this first run back.

8. LAST EDITION - Form is not too inspiring. May struggle here.

Summary

SAYANN (1) was a recent course winner and is now seeking a sixth career victory. Big chance. RICHEMONT (6) is a three time winner but latest form raises questions. Should be right there if recapturing old sparkle. CASHBAG (2) dominated at this track last time and is seeking a tenth career win. Could well be in the mix. BELMONTE (4) is on a hat trick of wins but has an eight month absence to overcome. If fully fit would be a big player. CHAILLOUE (7) returns from a near six month lay off so may need this outing.

Selections

SAYANN (1) - RICHEMONT (6) - CASHBAG (2) - BELMONTE (4) -

CHAILLOUE (7)

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Race 4

1. LE BANDIT - Fourth place at this track recently should yield further improvement. Place chance.

2. ROSNY - This 9yo gelding is a ten race winner with a long race history. Ran twice last month after a break which gives a place chance.

3. SA TUNA - Just edged out over a longer trip last time out and has a big chance dropped in trip.

4. GLOBAL PASSION - Finished down the field after a short break at Strasbourg recently. Previous form indicates every chance.

5. BLUE HILLS - Returned from four month break with a fourth place at Vichy. Will strip fitter for that run and may improve enough to clinch victory.

6. ROI DES CIEUX - Still without a win from four outings. Unlikely to be involved here.

7. AZACHOP - Three time winner but form of late is a little patchy. May have to settle for minor prize money.

8. POET'S FLOWER - Returned from a short break with a fifth place at this track. Best form would give a place chance.

9. FARADAY LE DUN - Moderate form of late. Others preferred.

10. EMPERATOR - Recent victory at this track puts this consistent gelding in the picture.

11. DOWNEVA - Best form has been on the all weather surface. Little to inspire.

Summary

BLUE HILLS (5) should benefit from a recent comeback run. The one to beat. SA TUNA (3) is an experienced and genuine mare who should be right in the mix today. GLOBAL PASSION (4) may bounce back after a comeback run. Has the ability to be involved. ROSNY (2) is nearing the veteran stage, but don't rule out a place chance.

Selections

BLUE HILLS (5) - SA TUNA (3) - GLOBAL PASSION (4) - ROSNY (2)

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Race 5

1. ALHSEEMAH - Consistent mare but finds winning difficult of late. Others preferred.

2. COREMY - Finished close up fifth at this track last time. Place chance.

3. TCHUCKY CHOP - Filled the runner up spot with a recent comeback at this track. Tricky draw may negate the expected improvement.

4. ROIVILLE - Returned from a short break with a third place at this track. May snatch a place.

5. RIVIERA - Last start winner at this track. Further improvement would mean a big chance.

6. PEDRO DEL RIO - Performed poorly at Lyon-Parilly last time out. If returning to previous form stands a good chance.

7. RAJELINE - Came back from a short break with a third place at Vichy last start. Should benefit from being fitter and has every chance.

8. CALADIYNA - Recorded a fourth place at this track recently. Previous form a little under par so may have to settle for a place.

9. STORMING OUT - Moderate form lately does not inspire.

10. MOT DE PASSE - Has struggled to make the frame recently. May find this difficult.

11. MAJOR'SALSA - Returning from a near three month break. Might need the outing.

Summary

RAJELINE (7) should reap the benefit of a recent comeback run. Big chance. PEDRO DEL RIO (6) needs to bounce back from a disappointing recent comeback run. Old form would indicate a good chance. RIVIERA (5) was a last start course winner and should be right in the mix. CALADIYNA (8) recorded a recent fourth at this track. Place chances here.

Selections

RAJELINE (7) - PEDRO DEL RIO (6) - RIVIERA (5) - CALADIYNA (8)

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Race 6

1. ASCOT GREY - Clinched victory at fifth attempt recently at Salon-De-Provence. In the with a good chance here.

2. ADELOU - Only career run saw this gelding well beaten at this track recently. Others preferred.

3. HALZA - Failed to impress on debut run. Unlikely to challenge.

4. ZERO MAYBE HERO - Recent fifth on comeback run at this track. Should improve from the outing but may still struggle.

5. MAIDOMO - Placed on AW debut showing promise but disappointed last time. Needs to do more to secure a minor place.

6. ELEGANT ART - Not racing as well recently (mainly on the AW). Has the benefit of a low draw, so place chances.

7. JANGKHE - Moderate form overall. Will need to overcome a near three month absence.

8. LE GASTRONOME - Below par AW performance last time. On best form would be in with a strong chance.

9. GRAZ - Moderate displays from two career runs. Will need to find more.

10. ASK ME NOT - Resumed after a break with an unplaced run recently. May benefit from that outing by grabbing a minor position.

11. METALLICA STAR - Has yet to place from three runs. A near three month break and a tricky draw to overcome.

12. FLIGHT OF THUNDER - Eight appearances when trained in the UK only yielded two place finishes. Unplaced on French debut. Stiff task.

Summary

LE GASTRONOME (8) will need to bounce back from a below par AW run last time. On best form rates a strong chance. ASCOT GREY (1) has a recent victory which boosted form. Further improvement would result in a big run. ELEGANT ART (6) has moderate AW form but may benefit from a favourable draw and on the turf. Place chance. ASK ME NOT (10) should reap the benefit of a recent comeback run. Each way.

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Selections

LE GASTRONOME (8) - ASCOT GREY (1) - ELEGANT ART (6) - ASK ME

NOT (10)

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Race 7

1. ANOTHER PLANET - Has notched up a couple of decent AW placings of late. Last year's turf form should be good enough for this colt to be a major player.

2. KARMOUTCHO - Returned from a break with a runner up slot at Salon-De-Provence. May grab another minor place with improvement.

3. ADORATA - Prominent racer who must overcome a four month absence. May need the run.

4. SEVENTY - Placed four times from ten starts. Likely best chance is a place again.

5. REAL FAN - Recent narrow victory at Lyon-Parilly may prove good enough form to be in the shake up.

6. BATTAGLIA - Just placed once from six starts. Others preferred.

7. HUNTER VALLEY - Inconsistent form lately. Previous track record of more appeal. Good chance if bouncing back.

8. LA FRIPOUILLE - Moderate AW form at a shorter trip. May benefit from a longer trip. Possible each way chance.

9. CHALEOCCA - Moderate form lately does not inspire confidence.

10. RADICAL CHIC - Finished downfield in all seven career starts. Unlikely to get involved.

Summary

ANOTHER PLANET (1) recently placed twice on the AW. Previous turf form indicates being a big chance. HUNTER VALLEY (7) comes into the reckoning on best form but will have to manage inconsistency. KARMOUTCHO (2) placed last time returning from a break. Improvement could result in a place position here. REAL FAN (5) found winning form last time out which may prove good enough for a minor placing.

Selections

ANOTHER PLANET (1) - HUNTER VALLEY (7) - KARMOUTCHO (2) -

REAL FAN (5)

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Race 8

1. DICTEE - Recorded a maiden victory last year but did not reappear until last month, finishing down the field at Strasbourg. Will benefit from that comeback run and has good place chances.

2. BOB THE KING - Finished out of the frame past four runs since an AW victory at the end of last year. Needs to return to previous form to be in with a chance.

3. MONI - Raced three times last month. Best form of those runs was a last time out fourth at Lyon-Parilly. Place claims here.

4. GREEN VIEW - Finished downfield returning from a three month break last time out. In with a place chance if improving for the run.

5. RUNWAY - Hasn't appeared since a last gasp win at Compiegne three months ago. Might be in with a chance if fit enough.

6. HE WILL CALL - Returned from a short break with a reasonable sixth place last time out. Should improve on that but may have place chances only.

7. PRESS OFFICER - Notched a Lyon-Parilly victory in March but disappointed at the same track last time out. Will need to find more to be in the shake up.

8. GRAND SECRET - Well beaten at Chantilly when last seen. May struggle in this race.

9. MORTIROLO - Well beaten when returning from a short break at Pont De Vivaux. Unlikely to figure in this race.

10. RAISE THE STAKES - Narrow victory last time out at Lyon-Parilly. Consistent mare could have a good chance to follow up.

11. ITS ALL CLASS - Modest efforts of late. Previous distance winner would have to recover old form to be in the minor placings.

12. DR SHEPHERD - Moderate form does not inspire confidence.

13. BREATH OF LIFE - Well beaten on last four starts. Others preferred.

Summary

RAISE THE STAKES (10) was a narrow winner when last seen. Could have more to come. Big chance. DICTEE (1) finished downfield last time out. May bounce back with a big run. MONI (3) had a busy month in May appearing three

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times. Place claims. ITS ALL CLASS (11) would have to rediscover old form to be in the mix.

Selections

RAISE THE STAKES (10) - DICTEE (1) - MONI (3) - ITS ALL CLASS (11)

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Race 9

1. PAKISTAN TREASURE - Moderate form since an AW victory at Lyon La Soie in February. May find this race difficult.

2. DAMANDA'S DELIGHT - Will benefit from a recent comeback run at Pont De Vivaux. Place chances at best though.

3. EMPIRIC - Finished sixth last time out after a short break. Back up in trip and fitter here, is one for the shortlist.

4. WAYNE - Moderate form lately and a long losing spell does to not inspire confidence.

5. A DELIGHT - Moderate form of late, but did record a Strasbourg victory last year over 1400m. Would be in with a big shout if recovering from a 3 month break.

6. SPIRIT OF TEOFILO - Has been out of the placings four times since winning at Pont De Vivaux at the end of last year. Needs to improve to be a factor here.

7. JACKSON EN BOIS - Moderate form since a victory in January. Likely to be an also ran.

8. TABOUK - Hasn't been seen and well beaten at the end of last year. Others preferred.

9. EL DIVO - Long losing run does not inspire confidence. Big improvement needed.

10. BLACK PRINCESS - Returned from a short break with an eighth place last time out. Would need some improvement to reach the frame.

11. REVE TOUJOURS - Has been out of the placings since an AW second Pont De Vivaux. Does not appeal.

12. FILLE DARGENT - Moderate form lately. Would need a return to previous best to make the frame.

Summary

EMPIRIC (3) returned from a break to finish sixth last time out. Might strip fitter and is a big chance. A DELIGHT (5) has been performing at a moderate level. Capable but will need to overcome a three month break. FILLE DARGENT (12) could secure a minor placing. BLACK PRINCESS (10) may improve if benefiting from a comeback run.

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Selections

EMPIRIC (3) - A DELIGHT (5) - FILLE DARGENT (12) - BLACK PRINCESS

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VICHY - 02 June

Race 1

1. HARMONIA THE BEST - Won first start by 4.9m. Interesting up in class and well drawn.

2. HOTESSE SEVEN - Winning debutante twelve days ago and needs to be considered.

3. HISTOIRE TORINO - Won by a nose in a claimer on third outing. This is tougher.

4. HAPPY DE NICE - Scored nicely in May by 6.1m and cannot be ruled out.

5. HACAROLINA - Sixth in stronger race latest. Dropping a level and may improve.

6. HESTIA DU COMTAL - Third in lesser level class last time out behind Happy De Nice. Needs more to reverse this form.

7. HAVANE ERGE - Shown promise in two starts to date. Latest second at Saint-Galmier at this level.

8. HAWAI JULRY - Won on debut in this class but has struggled since. Could improve coming down a level.

9. HOLLY DRALIAM - Back to back disqualifications. Hard to have.

10. HARMONIE D'EM - Making debut in a race with prior winners. Likely to struggle.

11. HONEYMOON SWEETY - Third on both career starts to date. Remains at the same level and interesting.

12. HARLEY WINNER - Four disqualifications from last five. Hard to trust even with the class drop.

13. HER HIGHNESS - Disqualified on sole start and more needed.

Summary

HARMONIA THE BEST (1) is well drawn and can build on his winning debut. Big player. HOTESSE SEVEN (2) won at her first start last month and can take another step forward. HAPPY DE NICE (4) beat some of today's rivals when

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scoring and is likely to be thereabouts again. HONEYMOON SWEETY (11) third on both starts to date and can place once more.

Selections

HARMONIA THE BEST (1) - HOTESSE SEVEN (2) - HAPPY DE NICE (4) -

HONEYMOON SWEETY (11)

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Race 2

1. HOPLA DE MORGE - Has been in the frame on five career starts to date. Fourth latest and can feature once more.

2. HUGO DU GASSEL - Disqualified on debut in a lower class. Driver change but needs to improve.

3. HARDI DU DOUBS - Mild promise in two career outings to date. Needs a bit more.

4. HIANT DU VAL - Sixth on debut at this grade. Can improve.

5. HURIEL SPEEDHYCAT - Shown little so far in seven outings and best watched.

6. HIDALGO DU PUY - Fourth in a claimer latest. Has gone well at this level previously and one to consider.

7. HERMES LUDOIS - Decent run on debut before being disqualified. Best watched.

8. HAVE SEVEN - Winner on debut in this class. Top chance.

9. HACKER JET - Back to back disqualifications. Passed over.

10. HIVAR DE CELLAND - Making debut in a competitive race and best watched.

11. HEVEA BLEU - Debut and likely to need this.

Summary

HAVE SEVEN (8) won on debut and is a top chance to make it back-to-back victories. HIDALGO DU PUY (6) placed at this level previously and was fourth in a claimer last start. Can feature here. HOPLA DE MORGE (1) has displayed ability in five career outings to date and could land a break through win. HIANT DU VAL (4) showed some promise on debut and can improve.

Selections

HAVE SEVEN (8) - HIDALGO DU PUY (6) - HOPLA DE MORGE (1) - HIANT

DU VAL (4)

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Race 3

1. DARLA DE PIERVIVE - Struggling for form in similar events and passed over.

2. BOUGLY - Down the field on reappearance and best watched.

3. CAID DE CHANLECY - Has been struggling for form in 2020.

4. BRAVE DES TYLL - Solid fourth but in lower grade two weeks ago.

5. COME ON DU VALLON - No recent wins in easier races so may struggle.

6. DREAM DU CHOQUEL - Going for a hattrick. Won one level below this on comeback. Has previously won at this grade. Big chance.

7. BETTINA D'AVRIL - Disqualified eleven days ago in higher grade. Down in class but needs more.

8. ALORS DE BLEMONT - Second beaten a neck in a claimer latest. Has struggled at this standard previously.

9. DJACKPOT DE VIVOIN - Won by 14m in stronger contest on reappearance. Hard to beat.

10. ANANDA - Fourth in this class three weeks back. Similar contest and can place.

11. CADEL DE CAHOT - Won by 12m at Vincennes in a better race two weeks ago. Big player once more.

12. ABERCROMBIS - Second in this class earlier this month. Can feature again.

Summary

DJACKPOT DE VIVOIN (9) was impressive on comeback winning by a wide margin in this class. Fitter here and the one to beat. CADEL DE CAHOT (11) scored easily at Vincennes recently. Remains in the same grade and should feature. DREAM DU CHOQUEL (6) is bidding for a hat-trick after winning an easier race. Going up in grade and can make the class rise. ABERCROMBIS (12) is proven at this level and following his second on comeback, would give him claims.

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Selections

DJACKPOT DE VIVOIN (9) - CADEL DE CAHOT (11) - DREAM DU

CHOQUEL (6) - ABERCROMBIS (12)

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Race 4

1. GIGA D'OURVILLE - Won by a neck in race one below this last time out. Has previously won at this level and is well drawn.

2. GUEVARA DU PONT - Sixth but beaten a distance in this class latest. Previously won at this level two starts back and won sole mobile start. Include.

3. GUERRIER LUDOIS - Struggled most recent start in this class and may need a bit more.

4. GOLDEN MARCEAUX - Midfield on last two outings in higher classes. Prior to that had been going well at this level. Interesting.

5. GAETANE WOOD - No form in recent efforts including at claiming level.

6. GAMICHEL LUDOIS - Won last start in February at Cagnes Sur Mer in this class. Returns with the same shoeing and is a top chance.

7. GRIMOIRE DE SALSA - Struggled on last three outings and needs more dropping in class.

8. GOLDIE DU CHOQUEL - Third two starts back in a claimer. Struggled this grade latest. Passed over.

9. GRINGO DU NOYER - Back to back disqualifications in lower level races. Hard to have.

10. GENTILOVE JOB - Disqualified on comeback thirteen days ago. Previously a solid sixth this standard.

Summary

GUEVARA DU PONT (2) put in a moderate run on comeback but had previously won back to back races including at this class. Big chance with rear shoes coming off. GAMICHEL LUDOIS (6) returned after a 98 day break. Won on that occasion in this grade and is a top chance. GOLDEN MARCEAUX (4) has put in solid efforts in stronger races of late. Dropping down in class and is a big player. GIGA D'OURVILLE (1) won by a neck recently and interesting going up in class.

Selections

GUEVARA DU PONT (2) - GAMICHEL LUDOIS (6) - GOLDEN MARCEAUX

(4) - GIGA D'OURVILLE (1)

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Race 5

1. CRACK ATOUT - Out of form last two and difficult up in class.

2. BELLA NOVA - Well beaten latest and needs more.

3. DRY OAKS - Won by a neck at a country track in this class last week. Chance again.

4. CACHOU D'EM - Fifth in a lower level 11m. Barefooted now and maybe one to consider.

5. CENZO DU GUEMONT - Comeback was uninspiring and needs to improve.

6. DIEGO DU CANTER - Second three starts back in a lower class. Not at the same form since. Requires improvement.

7. BREIL PIERJI - Disqualified this grade in January. Coming off a break but one for the placings.

8. DUC DU VIVIER - No form in last six and passed over.

9. BOLERO DU SABLIER - Won in a stronger class three starts back. Down the field on next two. Has ability but risky.

10. AMIRAL DE BEAULIEU - Has been out of form in much higher classes. Big grade drop and can improve.

11. BANJO CHARENTAIS - Second beaten a nose fifteen days ago in higher grade. Should go close down a level.

12. DROP DES DURIEZ - Eighth in a race two levels above this at Vichy beaten 22m two weeks ago. Fitter and down in class.

13. VALENTINO STRIX - Midfield last two outings. Previously second beaten 3.3m in higher standard. Contender.

14. DREAM - Back to back disqualifications. Ability but risky.

15. DIXIT DANICA - Out of form and needs to show more. However top driver taking the seat for the first time.

16. CASANOVA DU CORTA - Third two starts back. This is easier but not seen for 291 days and best watched.

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Summary

BANJO CHARENTAIS (11) second beaten a nose in a higher class on reappearance. Dropping down a level with fitness on side. One of the likeliest winners. DRY OAKS (3) won nine days ago at this level and needs to be included once again. AMIRAL DE BEAULIEU (10) no form in a lot tougher races. Coming down significantly and worth a try at this level. DROP DES DURIEZ (12) solid comeback and can feature down in class.

Selections

BANJO CHARENTAIS (11) - DRY OAKS (3) - AMIRAL DE BEAULIEU (10) -

DROP DES DURIEZ (12)

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Race 6

1. EDITEUR LA RAVELLE - Down the field on comeback with shoes on. Previously land the hat-trick. Proven at this grade and the one to beat now barefooted.

2. EAU PINLANDIA - Fourth latest in this class but well beaten. Needs to find a bit extra.

3. ECUREUIL DE CLAIRE - Disqualified in lower grade latest. Has won at this level in the past.

4. EXALTATION CITRON - No form in last few efforts in walk ups. Significantly better mobile record with three wins and a placing from eight starts. Improvement expected.

5. EXCALIBUR DEBENICH - Struggling including at this level. Best watched.

6. EMIR SLY - Second three starts back. Good record in auto starts and needs to be considered.

7. EL JULRY - Well beaten latest in this class. Now barefooted and can improve.

8. ESPOIR EXTREME - No form in last four and passed over.

9. EFFET SAGA - Seventh in a higher level beaten 25m. Improvement needed.

10. ESTRELLA FAFA - Seventh at Moulins recently. Previously had won three straight races at a higher level. Concern shoes are back on.

11. EXO NELGER - Second three starts back in a lower class. Not at this level subsequently.

12. ELTON MAGIC - Third in lower grade last start. Fitter and could feature.

13. EN PLEIN COEUR - Back to back disqualifications and hard to trust.

14. ESCROC DE VILLABON - Eighth at Moulins and will need to have find something based on that performance.

15. EPONA DU BUIS - Second three starts and back down in a class. Well held at Moulins latest. Place claims.

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Summary

EDITEUR LA RAVELLE (1) looked to need the race on comeback. Ended previous campaign with three straight wins. Barefoot again and hard to beat from this draw. EXALTATION CITRON (4) has a career record which is better in autostarts. Previous six outings have been in walk ups and worth a try back behind the mobile. EL JULRY (7) showed promise on comeback and one to consider second up. ELTON MAGIC (12) was third at a lower level and interesting in higher class.

Selections

EDITEUR LA RAVELLE (1) - EXALTATION CITRON (4) - EL JULRY (7) -

ELTON MAGIC (12)

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Race 7

1. CONFIDENCE - A solid fifth two weeks ago. Has a strong driver booking but up in grade.

2. ELU DE DOMPIERRE - Third beaten a neck at Vichy fourteen days ago. Up a level but interesting.

3. FIRE CRACKER - Down the field on comeback with shoes on. Previously won four straight including at G3 level. Barefooted and hard to beat.

4. BAMBINO DU PRE - Has been struggling and best watched here.

5. CALLE CROWN - Won by a neck in a G3 back in March. Top chance .

6. BARON DU BOURG - Seventh beaten only 12m in a class B. Up a level so needs a bit more.

7. DAYANA BERRY - Fifth in in this class on comeback at Laval beaten 12m. Fitter today and could place.

8. ECLAT DE GLOIRE - Won on comeback by 8m. Place chance up to this level.

9. ARIBO MIX - Solid fourth beaten 9.3m in this grade. Contender.

10. CEYLAN DAIRPET - Back to back disqualifications. Hard from this handicap.

11. BILOOKA DU BOSCAIL - A good third in a G3 in March. 81 days break and 50m handicap may make this tough to win.

Summary

FIRE CRACKER (3) needed the run two weeks ago. Has won at G3 level before break and has extra fitness here. Looks the one to beat. CALLE CROWN (5) won a G3 in March. Concedes fitness to some rivals here but a clear form chance. ARIBO MIX (9) was fourth in this class on comeback and has to be considered. CONFIDENCE (1) needs a bit more on form but interesting driver booking.

Selections

FIRE CRACKER (3) - CALLE CROWN (5) - ARIBO MIX (9) - CONFIDENCE

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Race 8

1. EKKO DE TILOU - Won by a neck in lower race grade fifteen days ago. Significant class rise.

2. EXTREME DOUDOU - Second beaten a neck latest at Vichy. Going up a level and needs to find extra.

3. EDDY DU LOISIR - No form in last five. Passed over.

4. EL PARDO - Struggling on recent efforts.

5. EUSTACHE - Down the field on reappearance and this is tougher.

6. EMMY JOYEUSE - Out of form and best watched.

7. ELAN DE DOMPIERRE - Fourth twenty two days ago. Improver. Big chance.

8. EROS DU FOSSE - Fifth in lower standard beaten 5.3m. This is tougher but could place.

9. ELIXIR DU RABUTIN - Fifth beaten 14m and can improve second up.

10. ECHO DE CHANLECY - Disqualified on comeback at Les Sables. Can go well at this level and interesting.

11. EVITA PERON - Second beaten a neck in higher grade in February. Won the time before this level. Looks the one to beat.

Summary

EVITA PERON (11) won at this level two starts back. Went for spell with a neck second in stronger contest. Short break but hard to beat in this. ELAN DE DOMPIERRE (7) ran fourth when last seen. Second up here and likely to be fitter. Top chance. ELIXIR DU RABUTIN (9) finished midfield latest but has previously gone well in similar events. One to consider. EKKO DE TILOU (1) won on comeback but this is is higher class. Place.

Selections

EVITA PERON (11) - ELAN DE DOMPIERRE (7) - ELIXIR DU RABUTIN (9)

- EKKO DE TILOU (1)

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Race 9

1. FILLE DE LA FERME - Back to back fifths in this class. Maiden after thirty starts. Hard to have.

2. FACE TIME - Disqualified at this level latest. Won in this class the time before. Big chance.

3. GAZELLE DU BOCAGE - Won higher grade twenty one days ago. One win and a placing from two starts behind the mobile. One to beat down a level.

4. FOLLE DE TOI - A well beaten sixth in lesser level event on comeback. Shoes remain on. Best watched.

5. FLORE BUISSONAY - Returned down the field. Shoes now off and could place.

6. GOLDEN GIRL - Third two starts back. Disqualified on comeback in a higher class. Interesting.

7. FALCO SOMOLLI - Won in March in this class at Caen. Returns with the same shoeing. Can be followed.

8. GO WINNER - Won at VIncennes earlier this month. Yet to win from five mobile starts which is a slight concern.

9. GEISHA DU PONCELET - Won higher level in Febraury. First time in a mobile race. Market check.

10. GRACE A TOI JILME - Midfield on recent starts and needs more.

11. GRELON DES RACQUES - Third in this class at Vichy from behind the mobile. Interesting at this level.

Summary

GAZELLE DU BOCAGE (3) won in a higher class latest. Goes well from behind the mobile and is the top chance. FALCO SOMOLLI (7) returns after a short spell. Won on last outing in this class and must be included. GEISHA DU PONCELET (9) and GRELON DES RACQUES (11) are both worth considering in the placings.

Selections

GAZELLE DU BOCAGE (3) - FALCO SOMOLLI (7) - GEISHA DU

PONCELET (9) - GRELON DES RACQUES (11)

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NANTES - 02 June

Race 1

1. SPRING IS COMING - Chateaubriant win reads well in this race and good chance of progressing further.

2. CARNIVAL ZAIN - Pornichet win three starts back and returned with good second last month. Include.

3. PRODIGIEUX - Didn't look to go on from debut third last time and place at best.

4. BLACKWOOD - Never out of the top three, winning on debut and placed twice since. Each-way claims.

5. TRIMLIGHT - Le Mans winner three starts ago and second last time. Definite chance.

6. GOT TOUCH - Craon win last time an improvement from debut in 2019 and should progress further.

7. KIASTEP - Others look better suited at this stage.

Summary

GOT TOUCH (6) quickly pushed aside his debut effort with a Craon win last time and can progress further with very few runs under her belt. CARNIVAL ZAIN (2) showed winning form in 2019 and returned to action last time with a solid second putting him in the mix for this. TRIMLIGHT (5) is a more experienced runner but is another who knows where the winning line is whilst SPRING IS COMING (1) is one to consider after getting off the market last time out.

Selections

GOT TOUCH (6) - CARNIVAL ZAIN (2) - TRIMLIGHT (5) - SPRING IS

COMING (1)

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Race 2

1. SMART WHIP - Very good at this course, winning last summer and second on return here two starts back. Big hope.

2. MARSHALL LESSING - Chateaubriant winner in August and second on return to action in March. Off another few months but that is unlikely to trouble him.

3. NABUNGA - Some good form, including when second in Deauville claimer in February. Downfield last time but this is easier.

4. SARENDAM - Couple of very good seconds last autumn at Longchamp and Saint-Cloud. After a pipe-opener is set for this.

5. GLORY DAYS - Winning at lower level including two of past three. This is a step up, but check market.

6. ROYALICKLY - Second at Pau in January but off since, happy to leave on return to action.

7. PUPUCE DES BRIERES - Yet to place in a career at lower level and others stronger.

Summary

The course form of SMART WHIP (1) suggests he will go well here once again adding to his win last summer and good second up prior. SARENDAM (4) has some solid place form to his name at the top tracks in the country and if at best will be another involved in the finish. MARSHALL LESSING (2) put in a good run finishing second last time and can be considered alongside NABUNGA (3) who was second at Deauville in February and holds winning form also.

Selections

SMART WHIP (1) - SARENDAM (4) - MARSHALL LESSING (2) -

NABUNGA (3)

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Race 3

1. COLOURS - Cagnes-sur-Mer win in February stands out here but hasn't been so good since. Forgive and is a solid chance at best.

2. SPIRIT OF DANCE - Pieces of placed form and fourth at Chateaubriant last time good enough to run well in this.

3. BOSQUENTIN - Talented based on Saint-Cloud win a year ago in much better race. Hasn't been so good since, but this is a major drop in grade and can bounce back.

4. BALLDY D'AZE - Won similar event in November but not so good this year. Best to leave for now.

5. GENTIANA BELLA - Pornichet winner two starts back and then far from disgraced in good race last time. First up after half a year off now, however.

6. ELHO FAME - Craon winner in September and midfield in better races since. Could get involved.

7. SAIDA - Not racing well at present and others stronger.

8. JOLIE STORM - Downfield so far this year and happy to look elsewhere.

9. PLUME DU HOULEY - Angers winner in November but downfield on return. Needs to kick on from that.

Summary

BOSQUENTIN (3) is clearly talented and capable of winning this given form in much higher grades. ELHO FAME (6) was a multiple winner in better levels of racing last year. Didn't disgrace herself returning recently and merits respect. GENTIANA BELLA (5) has to overcome a layoff but is capable if ready to go. Pornichet win under her belt late last year is noted. (1) COLOURS warrants consideration based off a Cagnes-sur-Mer success earlier this year.

Selections

BOSQUENTIN (3) - ELHO FAME (6) - GENTIANA BELLA (5) - COLOURS

(1)

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Race 4

1. TOTEM - Winner at Craon last year and fair third last month, should run well.

2. QUEEN'S OF MARSHAL - Largely been out of form since Le Mans win last year. Others preferred.

3. GREAT TONIO - Pornichet winner in January but not as good so far this year, place claims.

4. VINGTAINE - Third on all three starts this year, latest at Chateaubriant. Similar role expected.

5. DANSEUR D'ARGENT - Returned to action midfield last month and likely to go better.

6. IRON SPIRIT - Lyon-Parilly win just last month reads well. Top hope.

7. RED QUERCUS - Fourth past three starts in similar grades, probably in and around the placegetters again.

8. TRES RUSH - Not racing well end of last year and hard to enthuse about from May return.

9. AD ACTA - Not racing well.

10. LOONA SPIGAO - Compiegne win in March a highlight and seventh at Longchamp enough to get involved here. Include.

11. CALVI JELOIS - Couple of placed efforts around the turn of the year, resumes after five month absence.

Summary

IRON SPIRIT (6) is in great form winning at Lyon-Parilly last time and clearly of good heart going into this. LOONA SPIGAO (10) knows how to win and did just that two starts ago. Include. TOTEM (1) raced well securing a third on latest outing. GREAT TONIO (3) had been running well before the break and resumed with fair a effort in latest. Looks set for this contest.

Selections

IRON SPIRIT (6) - LOONA SPIGAO (10) - TOTEM (1) - GREAT TONIO (3)

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Race 5

1. LYNEHAM - Much better when second last time after lengthly lay-off. Hard to judge.

2. MISS RAFAEL - Fontainebleau winner in March and fourth last month at Deauville. Top hope.

3. LOTS OF TEA - Form at lower levels and would need a step forward to figure here.

4. DESERT DUNE - Pieces of placed form including when third last time. More needed but prospects.

5. SHASLIKA - Pieces of form but others look stronger.

6. OOBY DOUBY - Pornichet winner in January though disappointing since. Needs a revival but consider.

7. HUANG HO - Mix of placed form including last start. Place hope.

8. JIM DANDY - Fourth in lesser event last time but this is a little tougher. Others preferred.

9. ESLA - Not close to winning in lesser events of late and hard to enthuse about.

10. SUN AND POLO - Pornichet second in December strong, but not so good since and break to overcome.

11. TEODASH - Pornichet fourth good in February and place hope if repeating that a few months later.

Summary

MISS RAFAEL (2) is consistent. Running well in grades similar and better to this. Secured a win at Fontainebleau in March. DESERT DUNE (4) has some good placed form including a third last time. A Pornichet victory brings OUBY DOUBY (6) into the mix if he can bounce back from two lesser efforts. Next HUANG HO (7) was fourth at Bordeaux last month and is worth considering.

Selections

MISS RAFAEL (2) - DESERT DUNE (4) - OOBY DOUBY (6) - HUANG HO

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Race 6

1. GALLOPING STAR - Some good form at start of this year and despite lesser runs later this year, this is a drop in grade so big chance.

2. GALACTIQ - Just two runs to date and off since November. Best watched for now.

3. VICHY CLERMONT - Yet to figure in the places in similar contests and happy to consider others first.

4. SILVER MAGIC - Not racing well at present.

5. JOLI FROST - First race. Check market.

6. GIULIADELABARRIERE - Little form to recommend.

7. GESKO - First up since September and form isn't strong.

8. LA VANNETAISE - First race and worth a market look.

9. VENT DU SOIR - Yet to show any form.

10. TUCHE DES BRIERES - Slithers of form but risky on that basis.

11. LUNE D'ECAJEUL - Not shown enough from three starts.

12. DE NOVO - Big chance based off good placed efforts this year and must be considered.

13. BALTIKA TALISKER - Fifth on both starts in 2019, and first-up this year now. Best watched.

14. MADAME ALIETTE - Saint-Malo third in August reads well but hasn't progressed since. Place at best.

15. HONEY DREAM - Second at Machecoul reads well in this race but none too consistent. Chance.

Summary

DE NOVO (12) has been consistent and rates highly in this race with chief danger GALLOPING STAR (1) dropping in grade after some midfield efforts in tougher races. Behind these MADAME ALIETTE (14) maintains form that brings her into the mix including a Saint-Malo third and HONEY DREAM (15) could get involved for the minor honours with placed credentials form of late too.

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Selections

DE NOVO (12) - GALLOPING STAR (1) - MADAME ALIETTE (14) - HONEY

DREAM (15)

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Race 7

1. DONNE LE CHANGE - In flying form with two wins in a row and in better races. Huge chance.

2. KAZAROV - Not out of the top three in past six starts and must be considered.

3. BEAU NORA - Won at Toulouse last year but not in the same form so far this year. Best watched.

4. VIOLON DE BREJOUX - Not placed lately but in some tougher events, can forgive dropped in grade. Chance.

5. BRIC - Angers win standout against poor runs, finishing last at that track most recent start. Others preferred.

6. LADY DE ROCHE - Consistent this year, winning at Angers and placed there next time. Must be considered.

7. PARISO - Good form in 2019 but fell in January and not seen since. Check market.

8. DELLA PERLA - Angers winner in April but not so good since. Could sneak a place.

9. BEEP BOP PELEM - Pau places in December read well but pulled up on return to action and may be best watched.

10. EROS D'OR - Strasbourg winner in March but not so good since. Others preferred.

Summary

Good race in prospect. DONNE LE CHANGE (1) is chasing a hat-trick having won at Compiegne and Angers past two outings. Consistent pair KAZAROV (2) and LADY DE ROCHE (6) have both been running well into placings this year and pose as threats whilst VIOLON DE BREJOUX (4) drops significantly in grade and is worth a second look.

Selections

DONNE LE CHANGE (1) - KAZAROV (2) - LADY DE ROCHE (6) - VIOLON

DE BREJOUX (4)

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Race 8

1. COTTIN MADRIK - Provincial win in October but not so good since. Others more convincing.

2. CLENY - Talented on his day, including when winning good race at Angers in early 2019. Fell on only start this year. Market check needed.

3. ECRINROSE - Angers win late last year reads well but not so good since. Hope rested on first up run putting him right now.

4. LAND BARON - Provincial win two starts ago but little else to get excited about.

5. SAMYSAN - Capable of getting involved on known form but not in best form at present.

6. DJAZZMAN - Has fallen three of his last six runs and risky on that basis, but could get involved with a clear round.

7. ETCAETERA CAEL - Not racing well.

8. BALLICOD - Fontainebleau win in February reads well here and held form well enough since. Big chance.

9. KIMO ROYAL - Largely disappointing of late.

10. ELBACHARI - On balance happy to look elsewhere, but capable at best.

11. DON IRON - Not racing well at present.

12. MUTHTEMPS - Talented, winning good race in 2018. Eighth on return at Auteuil and good chance if going on from that now. Include.

13. A SUIVRE - Others preferred.

14. FICTIF GRAVEL - Auteuil third in better race in 2019, but failed to finished twice since. Leap of faith.

15. LADY CRISTAL - Others racing better at present.

Summary

BALLICOD (8) won at Fontainebleau earlier this year and has held form well enough since to suggest he will go favorably whilst MUTHTEMPS (12) is a talented opponent who will appreciate the drop in grade after his first-up run last time. ECRINROSE (3) may strip fitter from his return to action and could

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have a part to play after his Angers win. (2) CLENY looks another with a chance if putting two non-completions aside.

Selections

BALLICOD (8) - MUTHTEMPS (12) - ECRINROSE (3) - CLENY (2)