Compiegne 11 October 2024
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Returned from a 4-month absence to finish an encouraging 4th in a 1300m Saint-Cloud maiden on 27 September. Would've tightened up since and should have more to offer
Returned from a 4-month absence to finish an encouraging 4th in a 1300m Saint-Cloud maiden on 27 September. Would've tightened up since and should have more to offer
Unplaced (9th) in a course-and-distance handicap on 17 September but finished on the podium in consecutive 1400m maidens before that, so shouldn't be hastily condemned
Unplaced (9th) in a course-and-distance handicap on 17 September but finished on the podium in consecutive 1400m maidens before that, so shouldn't be hastily condemned
Absent since finishing 4th in an 1800m maiden at Le Croise-Laroche on 20 April. Not taken lightly on her reappearance with the scope for further improvement
Absent since finishing 4th in an 1800m maiden at Le Croise-Laroche on 20 April. Not taken lightly on her reappearance with the scope for further improvement
Runner-up in a 1600m maiden at Lyon-Parilly on 11 September in her second start on French soil. Could have more to offer over this shorter distance
Runner-up in a 1600m maiden at Lyon-Parilly on 11 September in her second start on French soil. Could have more to offer over this shorter distance
Consistent filly overdue a maiden win, having finished 3rd in 3 starts and 2nd on 4 other occasions including consecutive recent outings - the latest over 1300m at Saint-Cloud on 27 September
Consistent filly overdue a maiden win, having finished 3rd in 3 starts and 2nd on 4 other occasions including consecutive recent outings - the latest over 1300m at Saint-Cloud on 27 September
Sommerabend debutante trained by Jean-Marie Beguigne and to be ridden by Malone Favriaux whose 2,5kg allowance will come in handy
Sommerabend debutante trained by Jean-Marie Beguigne and to be ridden by Malone Favriaux whose 2,5kg allowance will come in handy
CHIVERE (5) has been hard to win with and become costly to follow but she only narrowly missed out last time on victory last time, so she is given another chance to belatedly open her account. She will, however, have to be wary of DELIRE (1), who acquitted himself well on his reappearance and should improve to play a leading role. SHA TIN (4) and experienced SPRING HEART (2) have also revealed sufficient means to fight for a spot on the podium.
Makes a belated reappearance after an eye-catching debut 2nd over 1800m at ParisLongchamp on 16 October. Open to improvement on his return as a gelding
Makes a belated reappearance after an eye-catching debut 2nd over 1800m at ParisLongchamp on 16 October. Open to improvement on his return as a gelding
Runner-up on debut last year over 1200m but unplaced in 3 starts this term, the latest (5th) over 2000m at Varsovie in Poland on 17 August. Debuting on French soil for Henri-Alex Pantall
Runner-up on debut last year over 1200m but unplaced in 3 starts this term, the latest (5th) over 2000m at Varsovie in Poland on 17 August. Debuting on French soil for Henri-Alex Pantall
Placed (3rd) in a 1900m Listed race on her French/stable debut at La Teste in August and didn't go unnoticed when 4th in a 1600m turf maiden at Chantilly on 26 September. Keep safe
Placed (3rd) in a 1900m Listed race on her French/stable debut at La Teste in August and didn't go unnoticed when 4th in a 1600m turf maiden at Chantilly on 26 September. Keep safe
Well-beaten 6th of 14 on debut in a strung-out field on this course over 1600m on 17 September. Ought to have gained from that experience
Well-beaten 6th of 14 on debut in a strung-out field on this course over 1600m on 17 September. Ought to have gained from that experience
Failed to build on the promise of her debut 4th at Dieppe when only 5th although not disgraced in a 1600m turf maiden at Chantilly on 26 September. Can do better
Failed to build on the promise of her debut 4th at Dieppe when only 5th although not disgraced in a 1600m turf maiden at Chantilly on 26 September. Can do better
Returned from a year's absence when 12th in a 2000m Saint-Cloud maiden on 20 September. Would've tightened up with the benefit of that comeback run and remains open to improvement
Returned from a year's absence when 12th in a 2000m Saint-Cloud maiden on 20 September. Would've tightened up with the benefit of that comeback run and remains open to improvement
Placed twice in 4 appearances in Poland but finished unplaced (6th) in both starts on French soil, the latest in a 2000m Saint-Cloud maiden on 9 September
Placed twice in 4 appearances in Poland but finished unplaced (6th) in both starts on French soil, the latest in a 2000m Saint-Cloud maiden on 9 September
Didnt go unnoticed when 6th on debut at Lyon-Parilly over 1350m last month but she made no impression when 10th of 11 in a 1600m maiden at Chantilly on 26 September. Needs to improve
Didnt go unnoticed when 6th on debut at Lyon-Parilly over 1350m last month but she made no impression when 10th of 11 in a 1600m maiden at Chantilly on 26 September. Needs to improve
Cloth Of Stars gelding from the stable of Alessandro & Giuseppe Botti. Giovanni Sias takes a handy 3,5kg off
Cloth Of Stars gelding from the stable of Alessandro & Giuseppe Botti. Giovanni Sias takes a handy 3,5kg off
Machucambo debutante trained by Jean-Marie Beguigne and to be ridden by Marie Velon, who takes 1,5kg off the back
Machucambo debutante trained by Jean-Marie Beguigne and to be ridden by Marie Velon, who takes 1,5kg off the back
Absent since his eye-catching debut in a very strong field in October last year, GAMESTARS (1) is of particular interest on his much-anticipated reappearance. Listed-placed maiden JUNEBERRY (3) has the form and experience to challenge the selection, as does TOPY'SIM (5) who didn't finish a long way adrift of that rival last time. GANT (2) appeals most of the remainder in his first outing on French soil.
Improving last-start winner of a minor 2400m maiden at Beaupreau on 24 August. Faces a sterner test of his mettle but has scope for further progress
Improving last-start winner of a minor 2400m maiden at Beaupreau on 24 August. Faces a sterner test of his mettle but has scope for further progress
Experienced colt with references/victories in the handicap and claiming categories. Needs to reaffirm after back-to-back unplaced efforts, the latest (8th) over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 13 September
Experienced colt with references/victories in the handicap and claiming categories. Needs to reaffirm after back-to-back unplaced efforts, the latest (8th) over 2000m at Saint-Cloud on 13 September
Debut winner of a 2400m Saint-Cloud claimer on 6 September. Up in class but is open to any amount of improvement
Debut winner of a 2400m Saint-Cloud claimer on 6 September. Up in class but is open to any amount of improvement
Capable performer who usually acquits himself well and seldom finishes far off the mark. Didn't go unnoticed when 5th over 2900m at Clairefontaine on 5 July - not taken lightly on his reappearance
Capable performer who usually acquits himself well and seldom finishes far off the mark. Didn't go unnoticed when 5th over 2900m at Clairefontaine on 5 July - not taken lightly on his reappearance
This well-bred colt (grandson of champion Solemia) is the top-rated runner in the lineup. Boasts solid form references, including a 1800m Listed 4th and last-start 3rd at Vichy over 1850m on 23 September
This well-bred colt (grandson of champion Solemia) is the top-rated runner in the lineup. Boasts solid form references, including a 1800m Listed 4th and last-start 3rd at Vichy over 1850m on 23 September
Game-in-defeat 2nd on debut over 2400m at Vichy on 24 September and is open to improvement with that experience to count on
Game-in-defeat 2nd on debut over 2400m at Vichy on 24 September and is open to improvement with that experience to count on
Debut winner at Sable-sur-Sarthe in April and maintains good form and consistency. Acquitted herself well (6th) on handicap debut in a 2000m Quinte+ event at ParisLongchamp on 12 September - respect
Debut winner at Sable-sur-Sarthe in April and maintains good form and consistency. Acquitted herself well (6th) on handicap debut in a 2000m Quinte+ event at ParisLongchamp on 12 September - respect
Well-bred YOOX (5) ventures into the unknown over this marathon distance for the first time but does so with legitimate ambitions. He gets the nod ahead of SIR SILJAN (6), after an encouraging debut on French soil, and improving last-start winner CATCH FIRE (1) who steps up in class but is open to further progress. LA GUERCHE (7) ran well enough in a recent Quinte+ to suggest that she is competitive for a podium berth in a race of this nature.
Improved after a modest (10th) debut to finish 6th on this course over 2400m on 25 September. More needed
Improved after a modest (10th) debut to finish 6th on this course over 2400m on 25 September. More needed
Soundly beaten in both appearances last year, once on either surface - the latest (8th) in an 1800m PSF maiden at Chantilly on 9 December. Others preferred
Soundly beaten in both appearances last year, once on either surface - the latest (8th) in an 1800m PSF maiden at Chantilly on 9 December. Others preferred
The subject of betting support on debut and acquitted himself well in finishing 4th on this course over 2400m on 25 September. Would've gained from that experience
The subject of betting support on debut and acquitted himself well in finishing 4th on this course over 2400m on 25 September. Would've gained from that experience
Improved in 2 starts after a debut 7th, finishing 3rd at Marseille-Morely in June and 4th over 2400m at Lyon-Parilly on 17 September. Attractive outsider
Improved in 2 starts after a debut 7th, finishing 3rd at Marseille-Morely in June and 4th over 2400m at Lyon-Parilly on 17 September. Attractive outsider
Didn't go unnoticed when finishing 5th on debut over 2050m at Magdeburg on 13 July and is open to any amount of improvement on his reappearance. Dark horse
Didn't go unnoticed when finishing 5th on debut over 2050m at Magdeburg on 13 July and is open to any amount of improvement on his reappearance. Dark horse
Unreliable though has sparked improvement to finish 2nd in consecutive recent starts, the latest over 3000m at Saint-Cloud on 13 September. Shouldn't be underestimated
Unreliable though has sparked improvement to finish 2nd in consecutive recent starts, the latest over 3000m at Saint-Cloud on 13 September. Shouldn't be underestimated
Revealed early promise (finished 5th in 3 consecutive outings) but lost his way/form after a 6-month layoff. Unplaced in 4 subsequent starts, the latest (8th) over 2200m at Fontainebleau on 22 September
Revealed early promise (finished 5th in 3 consecutive outings) but lost his way/form after a 6-month layoff. Unplaced in 4 subsequent starts, the latest (8th) over 2200m at Fontainebleau on 22 September
He showed himself courageous in Saint-Cloud and this time will be associated with Mickael Barzalona.
He showed himself courageous in Saint-Cloud and this time will be associated with Mickael Barzalona.
Confirmed the promise of her debut 2nd over 2100m by finishing a game-in-defeat 3rd over 2000m at Chantilly on 11 May. Open to improvement on her reappearance over this extended trip
Confirmed the promise of her debut 2nd over 2100m by finishing a game-in-defeat 3rd over 2000m at Chantilly on 11 May. Open to improvement on her reappearance over this extended trip
Caught the eye on debut when staying on to finish 3rd over 2400m at Lyon-Parilly on 17 September. Will be wiser to the task
Caught the eye on debut when staying on to finish 3rd over 2400m at Lyon-Parilly on 17 September. Will be wiser to the task
Anodin gelding trained and owned by Jean-Christophe Bertin who has engaged Pierre Bazire to ride this newcomer. Best watched for now
Anodin gelding trained and owned by Jean-Christophe Bertin who has engaged Pierre Bazire to ride this newcomer. Best watched for now
David Menuisier-trained Dubawi gelding out of champion stayer Molly Malone. Regally bred 3-year-old to be ridden by Christophe Soumillon - can make a winning start to his career
David Menuisier-trained Dubawi gelding out of champion stayer Molly Malone. Regally bred 3-year-old to be ridden by Christophe Soumillon - can make a winning start to his career
Francois Monfort-trained daughter of Donjuan Triumphant to be ridden on debut by Antoine Subias. Not taken lightly
Francois Monfort-trained daughter of Donjuan Triumphant to be ridden on debut by Antoine Subias. Not taken lightly
Well-bred Dubawi gelding, out of Group I Prix du Cadran winner Molly Malone, BRADSHAW (12) will be all the rage on his racecourse debut and, on pedigree alone, is worth chancing to get off to a winning start. JANNAH PEARL (9) has the form and experience to expose any chinks in that rival's armor. WINTERVOGEL (3) and L'AMIE LARISSA (10) made encouraging introductions and would've come on with that experience, so they shouldn't be underestimated either.
Progressive filly who wasn't winning out of turn when opening her account over 2000m at Deauville in August. Raised her game when finishing 2nd in a 2100m ParisLonghcamp Listed race on 1 September
Progressive filly who wasn't winning out of turn when opening her account over 2000m at Deauville in August. Raised her game when finishing 2nd in a 2100m ParisLonghcamp Listed race on 1 September
Consistent filly with sound references on rain-affected ground. Showed her form and well-being with a good 4th on a 1900m Listed race at La Teste on 30 August
Consistent filly with sound references on rain-affected ground. Showed her form and well-being with a good 4th on a 1900m Listed race at La Teste on 30 August
Won 2 of 3 starts earlier this year but finished a well-beaten 7th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud last month (13 September) on her return from a 5-month absence. For another day
Won 2 of 3 starts earlier this year but finished a well-beaten 7th over 2100m at Saint-Cloud last month (13 September) on her return from a 5-month absence. For another day
Belatedly opened her account with a wide-margin 1600m success on this course on 17 September. Unknown quantity over this distance
Belatedly opened her account with a wide-margin 1600m success on this course on 17 September. Unknown quantity over this distance
Capitalised on a significant drop in class when bouncing back to winning ways over 2400m at Craon on 23 September. Has more to do back in this grade/company
Capitalised on a significant drop in class when bouncing back to winning ways over 2400m at Craon on 23 September. Has more to do back in this grade/company
Experienced at this level with references in Group races, including a Group III victory as a 2-year-old. Didn't go unnoticed when 5th in a 2100m Listed race ParisLongchamp on 1 September
Experienced at this level with references in Group races, including a Group III victory as a 2-year-old. Didn't go unnoticed when 5th in a 2100m Listed race ParisLongchamp on 1 September
Ultra-consistent performer with sound references and form credentials, including a last-start 3rd in a 2100m Listed race at Strasbourg on 15 September. Attractive outsider
Ultra-consistent performer with sound references and form credentials, including a last-start 3rd in a 2100m Listed race at Strasbourg on 15 September. Attractive outsider
Won on her seasonal reappearance at Chantilly in May and finished 2nd in a 2000m ParisLongchamp Listed race in June. Didn't go unnoticed (6th) in a 2100m Listed race at that venue on 1 September
Won on her seasonal reappearance at Chantilly in May and finished 2nd in a 2000m ParisLongchamp Listed race in June. Didn't go unnoticed (6th) in a 2100m Listed race at that venue on 1 September
Consistent performer with sound references in conditions races but showed limitations at this level when unplaced (8th) in a 2100m Listed race ParisLongchamp on 1 September. Headgear removed
Consistent performer with sound references in conditions races but showed limitations at this level when unplaced (8th) in a 2100m Listed race ParisLongchamp on 1 September. Headgear removed
Consistent, distance-suited filly whose only career victory came on French soil - at Dieppe over 2200m on 21 August. Subsequently finished a good 3rd in a 2400m handicap at Doncaster on 12 September
Consistent, distance-suited filly whose only career victory came on French soil - at Dieppe over 2200m on 21 August. Subsequently finished a good 3rd in a 2400m handicap at Doncaster on 12 September
Well-performed filly with solid form references/credentials at a higher level, including Group III 2nd at Deauville over 2000m on 28 July. Compiegne's track layout/profile should serve her interests
Well-performed filly with solid form references/credentials at a higher level, including Group III 2nd at Deauville over 2000m on 28 July. Compiegne's track layout/profile should serve her interests
Talented filly with references at this level and in a higher grade, including a 3rd over 1600m (21 July) and last-start 5th over 1900m (on 30 August) in back-to-back Listed races at La Teste. Keep safe
Talented filly with references at this level and in a higher grade, including a 3rd over 1600m (21 July) and last-start 5th over 1900m (on 30 August) in back-to-back Listed races at La Teste. Keep safe
Improved in first-time headgear to open her account over 1800m at Clairefontaine on 16 August. Open to further progress
Improved in first-time headgear to open her account over 1800m at Clairefontaine on 16 August. Open to further progress
Group III Prix de Psyche runner-up ULURU (11) sets the standard and is the horse to beat. However, SELEMIAH (1) is on a steep upward trajectory and could pose a threat with further improvement expected of her. JULICA (12), disappointing at La Teste during the summer, retains sufficient means to make her presence felt in a race of this nature, so shouldn't be discounted. GALAXY VEGA (4) completes the shortlist although several others are capable of getting into the picture.
Consistent hard-knocker rejuvenated by the fitting of blinkers - finished 3rd before back-to-back wins, the latest in a claimer over 1800m at Chantilly on 3 October. Looks capable of completing the hat-trick
Consistent hard-knocker rejuvenated by the fitting of blinkers - finished 3rd before back-to-back wins, the latest in a claimer over 1800m at Chantilly on 3 October. Looks capable of completing the hat-trick
Proven at this level and dangerous back over the distance of his latest success - at ParisLongchamp in this category on 13 June. Held his own (5th) in a 2500m ParisLongchamp handicap on 12 September
Proven at this level and dangerous back over the distance of his latest success - at ParisLongchamp in this category on 13 June. Held his own (5th) in a 2500m ParisLongchamp handicap on 12 September
Last-start winner of an 1800m handicap at Salon-de-Provence on 9 September. Carries a 3,5kg penalty returning to the claiming category
Last-start winner of an 1800m handicap at Salon-de-Provence on 9 September. Carries a 3,5kg penalty returning to the claiming category
Won an 1800m handicap, beating SIM CARD (1), at Clairefontaine in August and has run well in defeat at this level in both subsequent starts - the latest (3rd) over 1800m at Chantilly on 3 October. Respect
Won an 1800m handicap, beating SIM CARD (1), at Clairefontaine in August and has run well in defeat at this level in both subsequent starts - the latest (3rd) over 1800m at Chantilly on 3 October. Respect
Honest hard-knocking veteran who achieved his latest success in this category - at Vittel over 2100m. Unplaced (8th) in a 2150m PSF handicap at Lyon-La Soie on 4 October - capable of better at this level
Honest hard-knocking veteran who achieved his latest success in this category - at Vittel over 2100m. Unplaced (8th) in a 2150m PSF handicap at Lyon-La Soie on 4 October - capable of better at this level
Improved in first-time headgear to win a 2200m Class 2 conditions race at Vannes on 21 September. Attractive outsider with that equipment retained
Improved in first-time headgear to win a 2200m Class 2 conditions race at Vannes on 21 September. Attractive outsider with that equipment retained
Bounced back to form with a reassuring 2nd off his current mark in a 2100m handicap at Saint-Cloud on 27 September. Candidate for success
Bounced back to form with a reassuring 2nd off his current mark in a 2100m handicap at Saint-Cloud on 27 September. Candidate for success
Unplaced in all 3 starts this year, the latest (6th) in a 2100m handicap at Saint-Cloud on 27 September. Has won 3 times in the claiming category and the latest of those victories was off a higher mark - joker
Unplaced in all 3 starts this year, the latest (6th) in a 2100m handicap at Saint-Cloud on 27 September. Has won 3 times in the claiming category and the latest of those victories was off a higher mark - joker
Soundly beaten in his last 7 appearances, the latest (14th) in a 1900m claimer on PSF at Chantilly on 21 September
Soundly beaten in his last 7 appearances, the latest (14th) in a 1900m claimer on PSF at Chantilly on 21 September
Thriving SIM CARD (1) is at the top of his game and seems capable of completing his hat-trick. He will, however, have to thwart th likely challenges of Nicolas Caullery's runners SWISS MONEY (7) and RIYAK (4), both of whom have shown their form and well-being recently. REVENTADOR (2), who caught the eye at ParisLongchamp last time out, isn't incapable of making his felt either.
Lost his way/form after winning a course-and-distance handicap in March. Unplaced (8th) over track and trip on 25 September but has dropped below his last-winning mark
Lost his way/form after winning a course-and-distance handicap in March. Unplaced (8th) over track and trip on 25 September but has dropped below his last-winning mark
Soundly beaten in consecutive handicap appearances recently, the latest (13th) over this track and trip on 25 September. Best watched for now
Soundly beaten in consecutive handicap appearances recently, the latest (13th) over this track and trip on 25 September. Best watched for now
Took advantage of a drop in the weights/ratings to finish 2nd in a minor 1500m Class 4 conditions race at Vannes on 21 September with this headgear refitted. Must build on that improvement to have a say
Took advantage of a drop in the weights/ratings to finish 2nd in a minor 1500m Class 4 conditions race at Vannes on 21 September with this headgear refitted. Must build on that improvement to have a say
Consistent performer in his native Belgium but has struggled in France. Returns for another crack on French soil after a reassuring 2nd in a 1500m PSF handicap at Mons on 10 September - unlikely
Consistent performer in his native Belgium but has struggled in France. Returns for another crack on French soil after a reassuring 2nd in a 1500m PSF handicap at Mons on 10 September - unlikely
Unplaced in 7 appearances, the latest (11th) in a 1600m handicap at ParisLongchamp on 9 September. Others preferred
Unplaced in 7 appearances, the latest (11th) in a 1600m handicap at ParisLongchamp on 9 September. Others preferred
Hard-knocking veteran handicapper seldom far off the mark, despite growing long in the tooth. Didn't go unnoticed when finishing 5th in the reference race over track and trip on 25 September
Hard-knocking veteran handicapper seldom far off the mark, despite growing long in the tooth. Didn't go unnoticed when finishing 5th in the reference race over track and trip on 25 September
Course-and-distance winner of a similar contest in June and has maintained form/consistency under a penalty (this mark) in 4 subsequent starts - the latest (4th) in an 1100m claimer on 19 September
Course-and-distance winner of a similar contest in June and has maintained form/consistency under a penalty (this mark) in 4 subsequent starts - the latest (4th) in an 1100m claimer on 19 September
Unreliable handicapper (21-start maiden) seldom far off the mark on a going day. Unlikely to trouble the judge on the evidence of her last-start 8th in an 1800m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 26 September
Unreliable handicapper (21-start maiden) seldom far off the mark on a going day. Unlikely to trouble the judge on the evidence of her last-start 8th in an 1800m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 26 September
Rejuvenated veteran handicapper in good form and physical condition. Finished 2nd in 4 consecutive starts before winning a 1400m handicap at Le Mans last month and followed up with a good 2nd over track and trip (under a penalty/off this mark) in the benchmark event on 25 September
Rejuvenated veteran handicapper in good form and physical condition. Finished 2nd in 4 consecutive starts before winning a 1400m handicap at Le Mans last month and followed up with a good 2nd over track and trip (under a penalty/off this mark) in the benchmark event on 25 September
Consistent handicapper with sound references/form credentials. Fluffed her lines in the benchmark event (9th) over course and distance on 25 September but shouldn't be hastily condemned - keep safe
Consistent handicapper with sound references/form credentials. Fluffed her lines in the benchmark event (9th) over course and distance on 25 September but shouldn't be hastily condemned - keep safe
A long-time maiden (22 starts) with sound references and sufficient means to fight for victory, having finished 4th in the course-and-distance benchmark event on 25 September. Marie Velon's claim helps
A long-time maiden (22 starts) with sound references and sufficient means to fight for victory, having finished 4th in the course-and-distance benchmark event on 25 September. Marie Velon's claim helps
KAVAKNEY (9) is a model of consistency and constitutes a solid base of support in this handicap. REDRUNNER (11), in this field of few starters, seems best equipped to challenge the selection for race honors. OCTOBER CHOPE (10), ABRASSO (7) and ACHKI (6) have the form and experience at this level to also play leading roles, so they shouldn't be taken lightly. LE KAKOU (1) is dangerous off current mark.
Soundly beaten in 3 consecutive recent appearances, the latest (8th) in an 1100m Le Croise-Laroche claimer on 19 September. Dropped to a competitive mark in the ratings - could well redeem himself
Soundly beaten in 3 consecutive recent appearances, the latest (8th) in an 1100m Le Croise-Laroche claimer on 19 September. Dropped to a competitive mark in the ratings - could well redeem himself
Soundly beaten in her 2 most recent appearances, the latest (15th) in a 1900m Deauville PSF handicap on 12 January. Best watched for now
Soundly beaten in her 2 most recent appearances, the latest (15th) in a 1900m Deauville PSF handicap on 12 January. Best watched for now
Unplaced in all 8 appearances, the latest (10th) in a 1900m PSF handicap at Deauville on 22 August. The return to turf and booking of Mickael Barzalona catches the eye
Unplaced in all 8 appearances, the latest (10th) in a 1900m PSF handicap at Deauville on 22 August. The return to turf and booking of Mickael Barzalona catches the eye
Lost his way/form recently racing without blinkers (4 starts) after winning a track-and-trip handicap in May - unplaced (7th) in a 2000m Vichy handicap on 23 September. Headgear refitted and back on his last-winning mark
Lost his way/form recently racing without blinkers (4 starts) after winning a track-and-trip handicap in May - unplaced (7th) in a 2000m Vichy handicap on 23 September. Headgear refitted and back on his last-winning mark
In good form and physical condition, having finished 3rd in 3 consecutive recent appearances - twice in handicaps over this course and distance, the latest on 25 September. Candidate for success
In good form and physical condition, having finished 3rd in 3 consecutive recent appearances - twice in handicaps over this course and distance, the latest on 25 September. Candidate for success
Inconsistent but undeniably capable hard-knocking handicapper. Blotted his copybook when 11th in a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September but shouldn't be hastily condemned - dark horse
Inconsistent but undeniably capable hard-knocking handicapper. Blotted his copybook when 11th in a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September but shouldn't be hastily condemned - dark horse
Unreliable but capable handicapper who seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Finished 3rd in a 1600m Layon-Parilly handicap on 17 September but headgear worn that day is dispensed with
Unreliable but capable handicapper who seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Finished 3rd in a 1600m Layon-Parilly handicap on 17 September but headgear worn that day is dispensed with
Consistent and versatile handicapper with sound references/form credentials, including a good 3rd in an 1100m Chantilly handicap on 3 October. Equally effective over this trip - not taken lightly
Consistent and versatile handicapper with sound references/form credentials, including a good 3rd in an 1100m Chantilly handicap on 3 October. Equally effective over this trip - not taken lightly
Soundly beaten in consecutive recent handicap appearances, the latest (11th) in a handicap over this course and distance on 25 September. Eased in the ratings and is fitted with headgear now - beware
Soundly beaten in consecutive recent handicap appearances, the latest (11th) in a handicap over this course and distance on 25 September. Eased in the ratings and is fitted with headgear now - beware
Inconsistent but undeniably capable hard-knocking handicapper. Took advantage of a rating drop to finish a reassuring 4th in a 1400m Le Mans handicap on 13 September
Inconsistent but undeniably capable hard-knocking handicapper. Took advantage of a rating drop to finish a reassuring 4th in a 1400m Le Mans handicap on 13 September
Winner of back-to-back course-and-distance handicaps recently, the latest on 25 September. Ought to remain competitive under a 4kg penalty
Winner of back-to-back course-and-distance handicaps recently, the latest on 25 September. Ought to remain competitive under a 4kg penalty
Has lost his way/form after winning a 1400m Saint-Cloud handicap in April. Unplaced (10th) over track and trip in a handicap on 25 September but races now off his last-winning mark
Has lost his way/form after winning a 1400m Saint-Cloud handicap in April. Unplaced (10th) over track and trip in a handicap on 25 September but races now off his last-winning mark
FASTER (5) will find conditions to suit, with the rain-affected ground likely to serve her interests and her consistency will be rewarded sooner rather than later. ROYALTIES (1), after 2 much-needed comeback outings, and VALENTO (11), whose good form and light weight are advantageous, seem best equipped to trouble the selection. LES TROIS VALLEES (8) has regained momentum recently and should acquit himself competitively too. CHALDERO (3) completes the shortlist.
Dominant course-and-distance winner under Mickael Barzalona on 25 September. Continues to raise his game so a 4kg penalty may not be enough to prevent him from winning again
Dominant course-and-distance winner under Mickael Barzalona on 25 September. Continues to raise his game so a 4kg penalty may not be enough to prevent him from winning again
Former Quinte+ winner who has dropped to a career-low mark. Didnt go unnoticed when finishing 6th in a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September
Former Quinte+ winner who has dropped to a career-low mark. Didnt go unnoticed when finishing 6th in a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September
A 13-start maiden with sound references and sufficient means to make his presence felt, after a good 4th in a 1500m PSF handicap at Deauville on 25 August. Alexis Pouchin retains confidence in him
A 13-start maiden with sound references and sufficient means to make his presence felt, after a good 4th in a 1500m PSF handicap at Deauville on 25 August. Alexis Pouchin retains confidence in him
Honest hard-knocker and last-start winner of a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September. Remains competitive for victory under a 3kg penalty
Honest hard-knocker and last-start winner of a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September. Remains competitive for victory under a 3kg penalty
Has made no impression in back-to-back handicap appearances recently, the latest (11th) over course and distance on 25 September. Others preferred
Has made no impression in back-to-back handicap appearances recently, the latest (11th) over course and distance on 25 September. Others preferred
Hard-knocking veteran handicapper seldom far off the mark, despite growing long in the tooth. Didn't go unnoticed when finishing 6th in over 1800m in handicap at Le Croise-Laroche on 19 September
Hard-knocking veteran handicapper seldom far off the mark, despite growing long in the tooth. Didn't go unnoticed when finishing 6th in over 1800m in handicap at Le Croise-Laroche on 19 September
Won a course-and-distance handicap in August and proved his competitiveness off this mark (under a penalty) in 2 subsequent starts - finished 5th on both occasions, the latest in a 1350m Angers handcap on 30 September
Won a course-and-distance handicap in August and proved his competitiveness off this mark (under a penalty) in 2 subsequent starts - finished 5th on both occasions, the latest in a 1350m Angers handcap on 30 September
Unreliable but capable handicapper who seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Finished 4th in an 1800m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 26 September and could get a look in here on that form
Unreliable but capable handicapper who seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Finished 4th in an 1800m PSF handicap at Chantilly on 26 September and could get a look in here on that form
Landed a 1600m handicap at Clairefontaine in July and finished 5th under a penalty (current mark) in both subsequent outings over this course and distance, the latest on 25 September. Keep safe
Landed a 1600m handicap at Clairefontaine in July and finished 5th under a penalty (current mark) in both subsequent outings over this course and distance, the latest on 25 September. Keep safe
Won a course-and-distance handicap in April but finished unplaced/soundly beaten in 5 consecutive appearances, the latest (11th) in a 1700m handicap at Marseille-Borley on 28 September. Overlooked
Won a course-and-distance handicap in April but finished unplaced/soundly beaten in 5 consecutive appearances, the latest (11th) in a 1700m handicap at Marseille-Borley on 28 September. Overlooked
Inconsistent but undeniably capable hard-knocking handicapper. Blotted his copybook when only 7th in a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September but shouldn't be hastily condemned
Inconsistent but undeniably capable hard-knocking handicapper. Blotted his copybook when only 7th in a course-and-distance handicap on 25 September but shouldn't be hastily condemned
Won a 1600m Vichy handicap in May but struggled (finished unplaced/soundly beaten) in consecutive starts, the latest (10th) in a mile handicap at Lyon-Parilly on 17 September. For another day
Won a 1600m Vichy handicap in May but struggled (finished unplaced/soundly beaten) in consecutive starts, the latest (10th) in a mile handicap at Lyon-Parilly on 17 September. For another day
IRBIS (1) and NOBLE AMBER (4) return to the scene of recent course-and-distance victories and could find themselves in the fight for victory, despite resultant penalties. J'AURAIS DU (2), though out of sorts, is dangerous off a career-low mark and shouldn't be underestimated. Game frontrunner HEATHERWOOD (9), course-and-distance winner UN PLUS UNE (7), and SADALBARI (3), even as a maiden, have shown enough to be competitive for a spot on the podium.
