LA CAPELLE - 25th May

Trainer of the day : Romain Derieux (206, 611)

Jockey of the day : Franck Nivard (101, 308, 404, 814)

Horse of the day : Aubrion du Gers (115)

Dark Horse : Viva Visais (406)

Race 1 1. BOEING DU BOCAGE - Unshod on comeback race and associated with Franck Nivard. Leading contender

2. VANNA COLETTO - Has been aimed at this race for some time now. Unshod and well-spoken

3. UN SATIN ROSE - Showed better intention in last race and has previously run well at this course

4. ULULA BELLA - Consistent performer having her first start at this course. Should be thereabouts

5. VIGNIA LA RAVELLE - Best to be judged on penultimate start and has a place claim if she can reproduce this effort

6. BALTIC CHARM - Well behind in earnings. Has come to terms with himself at present and should make an impact at the finish

7. AMIRAL DU BISSON - Good second at Laval in latest ahead of many of today's rivals. Must be included in calculations

8. VICO DU PETIT ODON - Well in contention for place last time out when disqualified. Not without a chance and can surprise

9. VANILLE DU DOLLAR - Has shown significant improvement since the new year and cannot be dismissed lightly despite the 25m handicap

10. URSA MAJOR - Has worked well for this and has proven form in this type of contest. Respect

11. TRIPOLIA - Looks slightly outclassed in a race of this nature and best to watch

12. UNIFLOSA BELLA - A model of consistency and seems to have every chance once again in this line-up

13. TONNERRE DE RETZ - Ridden races specialist. All shoes on and unlikely to be involved at the finish

14. TROPIC DU HETRE - Disappointed at Vincennes last time out and has a lot to prove at present. Best to watch

15. AUBRION DU GERS - Won six from last eights starts and forms work out good. Looks hard to get passed on paper

16. TIGER DANOVER - Not much to like on form but connections are said to be confident. Can spoil

Summary (15) AUBRION DU GERS has been performing remarkably well since last winter and another sound effort can be expected from the Jean-Michel Bazire-trained. (1) BOEING DU BOCAGE is a class horse but she may just lack the race to compete with the former in the final stages. Others horses to consider in this line-up are in order of preference (6) BALTIC CHARM, (7) AMIRAL DU BISSON and (4) ULULA BELLA.

Selections

(15) AUBRION DU GERS - (1) BOEING DU BOCAGE - (6) BALTIC CHARM -

(7) AMIRAL DU BISSON - (4) ULULA BELLA

Race 2 1. AMORCE DES BROUETS - Won three from seven at this course. Latest form does not make appeal

2. ULTRA LIGHT - Has been enduring stride issues lately and unlikely to pose a threat at the finish

3. ULTRALITO - Encouraging last three runs but steps up in grade and not a priority

4. UN SOIR FATAL - Consistent performer in this category and should go close again

5. AH LA STAR - Best to forget last race and can bounce back with a trouble-free run

6. AUTHENTIC CHARM - Currently on the upgrade curve and has to be considered for gold

7. UNICMENCOURT - Ran poorly on two occasions since the new year and needs to show significant improvement

8. TILLEUL D'ANJOU - Obvious lack of consistency but cannot be totally ruled out for place

9. TEMPO D'ECAJEUL - No podium since July last year and hard to make a case at present

10. TENOR DU PASSAGE - Narrowly beaten at Bordeaux last time out. Has enough ability to overcome the 50m handicap

Summary (10) TENOR DU PASSAGE has previously shown that he can overcome the 50m handicap. He is an experience individual in the amateur's ranks and looks a sound prospect for victory. (6) AUTHENTIC CHARM is on the rise and could be the main threat to the selection. (4) UN SOIR FATAL has been thereabouts in his recent starts and cannnot be underestimated.

Selections

(10) TENOR DU PASSAGE - (6) AUTHENTIC CHARM - (4) UN SOIR FATAL -

(8) TILLEUL D'ANJOU

Race 3 1. UFGY BARBES - Has now two races under his belt but still has to show improvement to figure

2. UTALL LA CHARE - No podium since August 2013 and not a realistic proposition in this line-up

3. BEEBOOP LADAY - Scandinavian import having his first run on french soil. Has not raced since August last year

4. UMBRIEL - Finished unplaced on his only start in France ( ridden race) and has a lot to prove

5. UNISALANE - Ran better than placing suggests last time out and has to be included in calculations

6. CUBA COHIBA - Obvious lack of consistency and not a realistic proposition in this line up

7. USHER DE PIENCOURT - Won last two out but all shoes are on for this. Cannot be ruled out though

8. UROY - Consistent performer who has run well on both starts in France. Has a leading chance

9. CONWAY FORTUNA - German raider who may still need the race and possibly best to watch

10. YANKEE'S PHOTO - Finished second at 64/1 in a class 'D' at Vincennes in latest and has a chance if he can reproduce this effort

11. ORO FKS - Disqualified on sole start of the year and unlikely to be at the top of his game for this

12. UN FIACRE - Showed some ability last year. Has now two races under his belt and not without a chance

13. TOSCAN DE CAREL - Won a ridden race last time out but previous harness form does not make appeal. Minor place chance only

14. SEM JAFET - Showed significant improvement at Lyon-Parilly on second start of the year and has plenty more to offer

15. THEO PENEME - Obvious lack of consistency and hard to make a case

16. NAMALE KRONOS - Sound fifth at Vincennes last time out and should perform much better over this flat track. Has to be shortlisted

Summary (8) UROY has adapted well on french soil and should prove hard to beat if he

can reproduce his last two efforts. Should the selection happens to run below par (16) NAMALE KRONOS looks a good alternative for success as he is sure to enjoy the flat course. (7) USHER DE PIENCOURT will run with his shoes but he is on top of his game and therefore cannot be dismissed lightly. (10) YANKEE'S PHOTO and (14) SEM JAFET come next in the pick.

Selections

(8) UROY - (16) NAMALE KRONOS - (7) USHER DE PIENCOURT - (10)

YANKEE'S PHOTO - (14) SEM JAFET

Race 4 1. MOCKINGBIRD FACE - Disappointed in last two runs in this discipline and unlikely to play role

2. VOLOMITE SUNSHINE - Not without ability but mental is her enemy. Others preferred

3. SECRET BOY - Not sighted on both starts on french soil. Associated with Eric Raffin is worth noting

4. AIDA DES VALOIS - Useful individual in harness racing who has yet to make the frame from five attempts under the saddle

5. TOKIO HOTEL HALL - Encouraging fourth on debut in this discipline at Chartres. Player with improvement likely

6. VIVA VISAIS - All shoes come off on return to her preferred discipline and could surprise

7. UN ROYAL - Has been performing well below par since July last year and unlikely to change this figure

8. VIF DE DOMPIERRE - Good last two runs over track and trip and has a fair claim

9. TESSY D'YVILLE - Has failed to shine in four attempts in this discipline and cannot be worth any consideration

10. ARTIST KELAU - Capable individual but has his days and looks hard to retain in a race like this

11. SHAOLING PEAL - Has not raced since June last year and best to watch on return

12. SINGLE MAX - Finished last over course and distance in most recent run and best to watch

13. SUPER DU VAL - Has raced only once this year and should need the run

14. TEXAS FLO - No podium since April 2014 and best to ignore in a race of this nature

15. ULTIMO VINGT - Capable individual but mentally-fragile. Associated with top-pilote Anthony Barrier on return to ridden racing and worth watching

16. JAGUAR BROLINE - Well-entered veteran who won his last run under the saddle. Has a place claim

Summary This looks a wide open contest although (5) TOKIO HOTEL HALL ran well

enough on his first attempt in this discipline to suggest he can win. He gets the vote ahead of hot-tempered (15) ULTIMO VINGT who should benefit from the switch to ridden racing. (4) AIDA DES VALOIS is expected to leave behind her recent below par performance. (4) AIDA DES VALOIS and (6) VIVA VISAIS can be in the mix.

Selections

(5) TOKIO HOTEL HALL - (15) ULTIMO VINGT - (4) AIDA DES VALOIS - (3)

SECRET BOY - (6) VIVA VISAIS

Race 5 1. DRESSED FOR SUCCES - Finished second to Darlington Park in the reference's race at Le Croise-Laroche. Has a leading chance on the back of this effort

2. DILLARNEY MERITE - Finished unplaced in a claimer last time out. Hard to consider at present

3. DIAMANT DU RUEL - Useful individual and well positioned at the start. Can place

4. DALENCIA - Displayed some ability in three starts thus far and has a good draw. Place claim

5. DARLINGTON PARK - Off the mark at 65/1 last time out after a string of disqualifications. Has an obvious claim if he can reproduce this effort

6. DARWIN SYGA - Unbeaten in two starts on grass and switches to sand with every chance

7. DIANE DU PARCQ - Two good runs under the saddle this year and cannot be dismissed on return to harness racing

8. DOLAVIS - Off the mark at Reims in latest and steps up in grade with a claim

9. DREAM DES MARAIS - Two good runs thus far. From an in-form yard and has to be shortlisted

10. DEMON DE BABEL - Encouraging effort when third on debut at Le Croise-Laroche behind two of today's rivals. Player with improvement likely

11. DJEDJE NATHANPI - Unreliable performer who has yet to make the frame in four attempts over left-handed tracks

12. DAME DU CAMPDOS - Showed early promises last year but has not raced since December

13. DRUGSTORE BONBON - Off the mark at Rouen on 28 February but was disqualified in two subsequent starts

14. DEIMOS DU GOUTIER - Has shown nothing of note in seven starts and not a realistic proposition in this

15. DAN PATCH - Displayed a hint of ability last season and should come on from comeback race. Can surprise

16. DARIUS DE PERTHUIS - Five disqualifications and one time unplaced from six starts thus far. Ignore

Summary

(5) DARLINGTON PARK caused a surprise when winning on 6 May at Le Croise-Laroche but (5) DARLINGTON PARK who was runner-up on this occasion is far more reliable and gets the vote to reverse form with his rival. Third in that same race while making his debut (10) DEMON DE BABEL should not be taken too lightly. (8) DOLAVIS is on a good run and must be respected too.

Selections

(1) DRESSED FOR SUCCES - (5) DARLINGTON PARK - (8) DOLAVIS - (10)

DEMON DE BABEL - (9) DREAM DES MARAIS

Race 6 1. BALI DU POUET DOUX - Has only shown limited ability under the saddle thus far and best to watch

2. BLOK SUR MER - Has recorded one place from five starts in this discipline and more is needed to figure

3. BRYAN BUCH - Finished third on sole attempt over course and distance. Minor place claim

4. BILBOY D'OCCAGNES - Has been thereabouts in all five starts since the new year. Place prospect

5. BELINA DES AGOS - Well in contention for success when disqualified at Rambouillet. Switches back to ridden racing with a claim

6. BACCHUS D'ARTONGES - Off the mark in this discipline on 6 May after a string of poor performances. Cannot be ruled out

7. BRENILYSE - Not much to like on paper and possibly best to watch

8. BELINDA DES CHAMPS - Has a good record in ridden races at this course. Must be included in calculations

9. BEAU GOSSE FAMILY - Has not done anything of note since February last year and best to pass over

10. BAKERLOO LINE - No podium in four starts in this discipline. Needs to improve significantly

11. BEL AMIGAZ FORGAN - On-form son of Gazouillis who won in this discipline on penultimate start. Another sound effort expected

Summary (11) BEL AMIGAZ FORGAN is well-entered in this line-up and faces a challenge well within his range. He should prove hard to beat if he is in the same form as he was in his last runs. (5) BELINA DES AGOS returns to her preferred discipline with a fair claim. (8) BELINDA DES CHAMPS is a consistent performer on both codes. (6) BACCHUS D'ARTONGES is another who could make the frame.

Selections

(11) BEL AMIGAZ FORGAN - (5) BELINA DES AGOS - (8) BELINDA DES

CHAMPS - (6) BACCHUS D'ARTONGES

Race 7 1. CECILITA - Off the mark at Amiens on 14 Mai. Steps up in class here

2. CAMILLE MIKA - Showed significant improvement on second run this year. Must be monitored despite poor record at this venue

3. CORNALINE D'ORIENT - Well in contention for success when disqualified last time at Reims. Deserves another chance

4. CALYPSO BROUETS - Best runs came over right-handed tracks. Has ability but remains unreliable

5. CIGALE MADRIK - Two from five last year. Far from disgraced when disqualified in final stages on comeback race and cannot be ignored

6. CI BEMOL - Experienced individual who ran well under the saddle in his last two starts. Can place

7. CALINE BELRI - Struggling with form this year and needs to raise his game to figure

8. CHOUKI DU BANNEY - Impressive winner last time out. Well capable of winning a race like this if he can keep his stride

9. CIMARRON - Recorded four wins from four starts last year including two at this venue. Has not raced for 220 days

10. CYPHOA CALENDES - Looks more performing under the saddle and others can be preferred

11. CARAVELLE - Consistent performer since her career debut and must be shortlisted

12. CHANCE - Won two in 2015. Has yet to reproduce last year's form in six starts this season

Summary (9) CIMARRON demonstrated a nice potential last year and should keep his unbeaten record while making his comeback after a seven months layoff. (8) CHOUKI DU BANNEY is a talented individual but remains mentally-fragile. (5) CIGALE MADRIK is slightly preferred over right-handed tracks but still looks a good place prospect. Watch for (11) CARAVELLE who is due to run unshod for the first time.

Selections

(9) CIMARRON - (8) CHOUKI DU BANNEY - (5) CIGALE MADRIK - (11)

CARAVELLE

Race 8 1. BIANCA - Has not finished in the frame in any of his last seven starts. Unlikely to change this figure

2. BOIS DU BOSNET - Has failed to make the frame in four starts at this course. Needs to raise his game

3. BATATA - Sound performer under the saddle and not a priority in a race like this

4. BON COEUR DU LUPIN - On-form and well positioned at the start. Ideally entered at 160 euros from the threshold

5. BISTROT - Course winner. Has his days but well capable of placing in this line-up

6. BELLMAN JET - Struggling with form at present and hard to make a case

7. BELLAGIO MONOI - Won two from three last year. Enduring stride issues at present. All or nothing

8. BLACK ROCK DREAM - Consistent performer on both codes. Outside draw and only a minor place chance

9. BOURBON JAB - Disqualified five from nine this year and others preferred

10. BUSY MONEY RINGEAT - Has failed to shine in three starts over course and distance. Best to watch

11. BANDIT ORAGEUX - Should come on from comeback race at Reims but has yet plenty to find to finish in the money

12. BAYOKOS ATOUT - Thirteen disqualifications and five victories from eitheen runs. Still worth taking a chance

13. BIGOUDIN - Well backed when fourth at Reims last time out. More needed to win here

14. BARAKA - On top of her game but has no margin against the boys. Place claim at best

15. BIKINI - Well in contention for place when disqualified at Vincennes last time. Deserves another chance

Summary (4) BON COEUR DU LUPIN is well-entered in this line-up and looks to have every chance from the best spot behind the autostart. He looks hard to oppose on paper. (15) BIKINI' last run is best to be forgotten and no doubt he will bounce back from it. (12) BAYOKOS ATOUT often shows inappropiate behaviour but he is not short of ability. (14) BARAKA and (7) BELLAGIO MONOI come next in the

pick.

Selections

(4) BON COEUR DU LUPIN - (15) BIKINI - (12) BAYOKOS ATOUT - (14)

BARAKA - (7) BELLAGIO MONOI

MAISONS-LAFFITTE - 25th May

Trainer of the day : Henri-Alex Pantall (105, 404, 506)

Jockey of the day : Théo Bachelot (101, 501, 614)

Horse of the day : Siyoushake (502)

Dark Horse : Magic Mac (601)

Race 1 1. VEGA SICILIA - Won here by one and three quarter lengths from Sirma Traou Land last month

2. AIMING FOR RIO - Won by three an a half lengths from Jackson En Bois at Cagnes earlier this month

3. MORIGANE FORLONGE - Won here by three lengths from Red Onion earlier this month

4. HELLO TRAOU LAND - Won a Class G claimer by two lengths from Madamoiselle Marie at La Teste Buch last time out

5. SUNDENE - Second of eleven to Al Johrah here on her debut earlier this month

6. NEELANJALI - Second of eight to Tawaret on her debut in a Class F claimer at Saint-Cloud last month

7. REASON TO BELIEVE - By Rip Van Winkle and the second foal to run out of an unraced dam

8. TALONTUEUSE - By Motivator is fourth foal to run out of dam and is a half sister to two winners

Summary After two placed efforts last month (3) MORIGANE FORLONGE got off the mark here earlier this month with an impressive three length from previous winner Red Onion and gets the vote to record another success today. (5) SUNDENE can improve from her debut run here and cannot be ruled out. (1) VEGA SICILIA and (2) AIMING FOR RIO are next best.

Selections

(3) MORIGANE FORLONGE - (5) SUNDENE - (1) VEGA SICILIA - (2) AIMING

FOR RIO

Race 2 1. QATAR DREAM - Won at Lyon Parilly in March and second in a Group Three race at Rome last time out

2. SILVER TRAIN - Two wins from five runs including at Zurich earlier this month

3. VERTI CHOP - Third of six to Jackfish in a Class F race at Marseille Vivaux last time out

4. LE VERRIER - Well beaten last of five behind Matey at Saint-Cloud last week

Summary Second in a Group Three race in Rome last time out (1) QATAR DREAM was a three length winner from Qassem at Lyon Parilly in March and he gets the vote in a small field to record his second career success today. (2) SILVER TRAIN was a winner at Zurich on his first run of this year earlier this month and is next best.

Selections

(1) QATAR DREAM - (2) SILVER TRAIN - (3) VERTI CHOP - (4) LE VERRIER

Race 3 1. RED ONION - Won at Chantilly on his debut and second here to Morigane Forlonge last time out

2. AL MIKDAM - Third of five to Dark American in a Class G race at Bordeaux earlier this month

3. GLICOURT - Third of eleven here to Al Johrah on his debut earlier this month

4. PLATON - Last of eleven here behind Al Johrah on his debut earlier this month

5. MONSTERCHOP - Fourth of five to Dark American on his debut in a Class G race at Bordeaux earlier this month

6. STORMBERG - Fourth of seven to Bocca De La Verita on his debut in a Class G race at Tarbes earlier this month

7. MERCI PATRON - Third of eight to Spain Burg in a Class G race at Bordeaux last month

8. MOONLIGHT DREAM - Won a Class F claimer here by two and a half lengths from Heavens Stream earlier this month

Summary After winning on his debut at Chantilly (1) RED ONION was not disgraced when second here to the impressive Morigane Forlonge last time out. He gets the vote here to return to winning ways ahead of (3) GLICOURT who showed a lot of promise on his debut here earlier this month. (8) MOONLIGHT DREAM and (7) MERCI PATRON are next best.

Selections

(1) RED ONION - (3) GLICOURT - (8) MOONLIGHT DREAM - (7) MERCI

PATRON

Race 4 1. AL JAZI - Third of ten to Besotted in a Listed race at Toulouse last time out

2. RIEN QUE POUR TOI - Won by two lengths from Red Shine in a Class F race at Fontainebleau last week

3. BLESSED SILENCE - Won by one and a half lengths from Energie Green in a Class G race at Moulins last month

4. TOINETTE - Second beaten a head by Denga here in a Class D race earlier this month

5. I AM CHARLIE - Fourth of six to Prairie Pearl in a Class B race at Saint-Cloud this month

6. MOON EXPRESS - Fourth of seven to Show Day in a Class E race at Saint-Cloud this month

7. LILA MAHYANA - Second of eleven to Bombay Night in a Class F claimer at Saint-Cloud this month

8. LIBYANA - Unplaced in all three career starts to date and most recently at Chantilly last week

Summary (1) AL JAZI won here on his debut last July and can return to winning ways today after a good third to Besotted in a Listed race at Toulouse last month. (4) TOINETTE was only just touched off here by Denga last time out and can go close again. (5) I AM CHARLIE and (3) BLESSED SILENCE both have solid place claims.

Selections

(1) AL JAZI - (4) TOINETTE - (5) I AM CHARLIE - (3) BLESSED SILENCE

Race 5 1. CAOINTIORN - Has not run since last December when winning a Listed race on the sand at Deauville

2. SIYOUSHAKE - Fourth of eleven to Vadamos in a Group Two race at Saint-Cloud earlier this month

3. ALMOROX - Won by a head from Karar in a Class D race at La Teste Buch this month

4. A SHIN ERWIN - First run in France today and has won three from nineteen in Japan

5. GRAND VINTAGE - Won by a head from Xotic in a Class B handicap at Saint-Cloud this month

6. LEADER WRITER - Sixth of eleven to Vadamos in a Group Two race at Saint-Cloud earlier this month

7. MAGNETICJIM - Won by three and a half lengths from Rakhsh in a Class D handicap at Saint-Cloud last month

8. KING PLATIN - Won by a head from Running Waters in a Class D handicap at Compiegne last month

9. ROSIE COTTON - Fifth of seven to Sayana in a Listed race at Chantilly last time out

10. GROWING GLORY - Has not run since last November but was second here in a Listed race last July

Summary (2) SIYOUSHAKE was having his first run this year when fourth in a Group Two race at Saint-Cloud earlier this month and with the benefit of that run behind him is the selection here. (3) ALMOROX is improving all the time and cannot be ignored. (1) CAOINTIORN won a Listed race last time out and must be respected. (6) LEADER WRITER is next best.

Selections

(2) SIYOUSHAKE - (3) ALMOROX - (1) CAOINTIORN - (6) LEADER WRITER

Race 6 1. MAGIC MAC - Rarely runs a poor race and was second here in a Class E claimer earlier this month

2. THINDY - Second of nine to Sir Bibi in a Class E handicap at Lyon Parilly last time out

3. PRINCESSE WINKLE - Twelfth of fifteen to Zemiro in a Class E handicap at Lyon Parilly last time out

4. IDLE WHEEL - Fifth of eighteen to Ship Rock in a Class E handicap at Deauville nine days ago

5. ZAHAB - Third of twelve here to Mamourg in a Class E claimer earlier this month

6. MANGOUNI - Fourth of twelve here to Mamourg in a Class E claimer earlier this month

7. BRAZILIAN CHAP - Won a Class E handicap by two lengths from Eclipse Lunaire at Fontainebleau last time out

8. AMERICAN BOY - Fourth of sixteen to Arvios in a Class E handicap at Saint-Cloud last time out

9. DIPANKARA - Fourth of twelve to Caulfield in a Class E handicap at Lyon Parilly last time out

10. RODEIO - Still a maiden after thirteen runs and hard to recommend here

11. ECLIPSE LUNAIRE - Second of seventeen to Brazilian Chap in a Class E handicap at Fontainebleau last time out

12. TRUE REFLECTION - Fifth of seventeen to Brazilian Chap in a Class E handicap at Fontainebleau last time out

13. TERRA FINA - Four wins from twenty seven runs including a Class G claimer at Nort-Sur-Erdre

14. AMANDICHOPE - Ninth of fifteen to Against Rules in a Class E handicap at Chantilly last time out

15. DEVIL'S EYE - Ninth of sixteen here to Thats Crazy in a Class E handicap at last time out

16. SNOW DREAM - Won a Class E handicap by one length from Oscar Nonantais at La Teste Buch last time out

17. TWILIGHT - Had his first career success when winning a Class E race at Saint-Brieuc this month

Summary

(1) MAGIC MAC finished fifth behind (16) SNOW DREAM at La Teste Buch earlier this month but is better off at the weights today and the consistent filly gets the vote to reverse the placings today. (2) THINDY and (8) AMERICAN BOY cannot be ruled out in a competitive handicap. (14) AMANDICHOPE can also make the frame.

Selections

(1) MAGIC MAC - (16) SNOW DREAM - (2) THINDY - (8) AMERICAN BOY -

(14) AMANDICHOPE

Race 7 1. END OF STORY - Disappointing here last time out but has won two Class F claimers this year

2. DULCINA - Won a Class F claimer here early last month but unplaced in two of last three starts

3. NIGHT CALL - A couple of placed efforts earlier in the year at Chantilly but unplaced in four starts since then

4. DARK ROAD - Third of nine to Commemoration in a Class G claimer at Lignieres ten days ago

5. WIMPLE'S LAD - Last of eleven behind Bombay Night in a Class F claimer at Saint-Cloud last time out

6. ROYAL BLOOD - Last of five finishers behind Cravens Legend at Compiegne last month

7. NISEA - Tenth of eleven behind Pakisou in a Class E claimer at Deauville nine days ago

8. DANI BLUE - One win from ten starts but has been placed in seven of the other nine runs

9. PECUCHET - First run on the flat today and last of six finishers over hurdles at Enghien in March

10. RANDULINA - Fourth of nine to Queen Ma in a Class G race at Lyon La Soie last time out

11. MAELIO BASC - Unplaced in both career starts to date which were at Chantilly

12. ZAZAIA - Last of seven to Mahari in a Class F race at Lion-D'Angers last time out in March

13. DAHLIA BERE - Tenth of eleven behind Bombay Night in a Class F claimer at Saint-Cloud last time out

14. SPARKLE JACK - Thirteenth of fourteen to Ibazz on her debut at Deauville in March

Summary (1) END OF STORY has won three Class F claimers including beating Mesonera here by three lengths last month. She is well capable at this level and gets the vote over the consistent (8) DANI BLUE who can be relied on to give it her best. (3) NIGHT CALL cannot be ruled out and (4) DARK ROAD can make the frame.

Selections

(1) END OF STORY - (8) DANI BLUE - (3) NIGHT CALL - (4) DARK ROAD

Race 8 1. APRILIOS - Maiden who is placed in four of twelve runs and must improve

2. ZANSKAR - One win from thirteen runs but not in form at present

3. REALLY FROST - Just one win from fifteen but does have a chance today

4. ANADUN - Placed in thirteen of her twenty two runs and might score some day

5. PLUMETOT - Dual winner from nineteen bit is on a fair slide right now

6. CHUCK SPORT - Won and was runner up in last two and has big chance here again

7. NANNY CAY - Placed in nine of sixteen runs and could be given a chance of sorts

8. FILLY GREEN - Has won three from twenty but is out of form for a while

9. NACHT - Placed in nine of twenty one and was decent third last time

10. THE ARTISTE - One win in eleven runs but not going well at present so best watched

11. CRYSTAL BEACH ROAD - Dual winner from thirty four and was runner up last time out

12. AVE ERIA - Placed in four of twelve runs and will need to up game big time

13. DHOW - Placed in six of eleven runs and getting closer and closer to the number one

14. BIG SPENDER - Hit the frame in three of eight starts including last twice

15. WILMA - Just the one piece of form in six runs and can be more or less discounted

16. SENNEVILLE - Just one win from eighteen runs and looks out of it to be fair

17. XEDRA - Hit the frame in nine of nineteen but recent efforts are poor to say the least

Summary This is without doubt a field that is low on quality and several that seem to be way out of form so picking the winner will be nigh on impossible. A stab is taken on (6) CHUCK SPORT who is one of the few that is showing life lately and who might just get this done today. (11) CRYSTAL BEACH ROAD and (3) REALLY FROST could be likely types. (13) DHOW and (14) BIG SPENDER are likewise.

Selections

(6) CHUCK SPORT - (11) CRYSTAL BEACH ROAD - (3) REALLY FROST - (13)

DHOW - (14) BIG SPENDER

VICHY - 25th May

Trainer of the day : Benjamin Goetz (104, 704)

Driver of the day : Jean-Philippe Monclin (202, 505, 606, 810)

Horse of the day : Curly Light (505)

Dark Horse : Vas Lulu (706)

Race 1 1. VOLINKO - More effective in a lower class of race and unlikely to scare the opposition

2. COEUR BAROQUE - Only three times out of first three from 15 starts but has more than proved himself in better company. Off since late December but not to be underestimated for his comeback

3. SPEEDY BOY D'ISBA - Has endured a poor year and no signs of any imminent return to form

4. VISCONTI - Solid horse that got back to his best just 4 days ago when winning over shorter in same class. On similar form should trot away with this

5. VESTALE DU GOUTIER - Good class of mare that has been enduring stride issues but with application could make a big impression

6. VEDETTE DES LANDES - Going decently so far this term and latest harness outings augur well for her chances this time especially with shoes off

7. AVALO MONTAVAL - Began the season well but below par last two. Unshod all four this time and should have a say

8. ORONTE DI CESATO - Not devoid of ability this individual however steps up in class and chances limited

9. UMESHA DE VIVE - Appreciates this trip and always acquits herself well at the venue. Possible place prospect

10. UPEPO SEVEN - Has failed to make the frame since last September and already looks outclassed

11. THEO D'URZY - Form has not stopped regressing since February and with the extra 25m to travel looks to have little or no chance

12. VESPA DE BOURGOGNE - Currently not easy to fault. Going close a level down but has earned her place here and can go close

13. TANTALE LE FOL - Off the boil since December and latest result do little to inspire confidence

14. TOPAZE DE LANDERIE - Alternates the decent with the less-good but can prove erratic and not an obvious choice

15. TISCHENDORF PADD - Has not disgraced himself since March comeback and is unlikely to be far off the mark

Summary (4) VISCONTI got back to his previous ways at the weekend and if still in the same condition will be the one to watch and with the in-form (6) VEDETTE DES LANDES fully unshod for the occasion, there should be an interesting contest on the horizon. If (5) VESTALE DU GOUTIER can overcome his latest troubles he should once again prove competitive however (12) VESPA DE BOURGOGNE is progressing all the time but the 25m handicap will do her no favours.

Selections

(4) VISCONTI - (6) VEDETTE DES LANDES - (5) VESTALE DU GOUTIER -

(12) VESPA DE BOURGOGNE

Race 2 1. TALK SHOW - Pleased twice from three so far this year and could yet trot in for a minor spot

2. VOLTIGEUR - Solid sort but less rewarding recently. Nonetheless has capacity at this level and capable of making the frame

3. VALIE ROYALE - Appears to be getting back in the game. Gave good account at Graignes earlier this month and should have something to say

4. TOUMAI - Lost his way late last summer but did not discourage from two return starts. Barefoot for the occasion and worth a small consideration

5. VISTA DE CARSAC - Can prov a tricky mare but useful under these conditions. Could get a look in

6. VIATKA - Improving all the while and has good speed. Steps up with legitimate aspirations

7. VALSE DU PIRAI - Has proven form at better level and although below part on last two is fully unshod this time and will be a serious threat

8. VAINQUEUR HIGHLAND - Highly consistent sort under these conditions and in top shape this year. Barefoot for first time and should make this his own

9. UT D'OSTAL - Likes the longer trip but too erratic of late to warrant enough trust

10. UCIANO - Has done nothing of note since winning over track and trip last June. Can be discounted

11. VILHISVINTA - Ended last season poorly and returned in similar fashion. Others preferred

12. TORNADO FORTYSIX - Won decent Class E event early May and despite latest disqualification must be afforded respect

13. VERGADELL - Has encouraged on last three and given the trainer and driver he should not be underestimated

14. URAMINO - Occasionally throws in a good performance and his latest start bodes well for his chances

15. UMANGA - Very erratic sort whose latest minor race second is insufficient to make much of a mark here

16. ULYSSE DU BOUCHET - Showed form nine days ago for the first time in a while however is drawn poorly and will have too much to do

Summary

(8) VAINQUEUR HIGHLAND is enjoying a fine run this year with three wins from five. He debuts with shoes off and will not be easy to overthrow. (6) VIATKA has a better draw and appears back at her best while the talented (7) VALSE DU PIRAI should once again make a big impression after two return outings fully shod. (2) VOLTIGEUR has proved himself in better company and has the capacity to challenge for a minor spot however (3) VALIE ROYALE is making decent progress and the draw will not hurt her prospects.

Selections

(8) VAINQUEUR HIGHLAND - (6) VIATKA - (7) VALSE DU PIRAI - (2)

VOLTIGEUR - (3) VALIE ROYALE

Race 3 1. BOLERO JULRY - No slouch at this level but disqualified last two. Unshod behind here and should make amends

2. BIFTON - Horse that has ample ability at this level although not always the most reliable. Encouraged 9 days ago when winning with ease at Thouars

3. BLASON - Better sort with shoes off and although sometimes erratic is still worth watching especially considering he occupies the 3-spot

4. BARRIO DE LOU - Boasts a 40% win rate and currently going well. Excellent position behind the car and at this distance has little to prove

5. BORN THIS WAY - Disqualified 10 of last eleven outings and no obvious danger this time either

6. BEUVRON - Has done little to threaten for some time and chances further reduced with shoes on

7. BOB MAGIC - Endured a poor month on the track but confirmed early May and should put on a good show

8. BIG UP MAGIK - Has an enviable record in competition and did not disappoint after four months layoff. Set for another big performance despite the wide draw

9. BAMBOU DES PETIOTS - Going through a particularly rough patch and expected to remain friendless in the markets

10. BOB DE NAPPES - Struggling to find his way of late and will need to confirm

11. BEL HOMMAGE - Not without merit this sort but has not shown enough of late and will need to raise his game

12. BABILLARD - Keeps passing by the winners' enclosure and and has little to offer in this contest

13. BIJOU LA PIERRE - Just one win and one place from 13. Unlikely to generate any interest

14. BALDI PRIOR - Very ordinary sort in either code but simply not up to the task here

Summary (2) BIFTON appears to have left a brief lull behind him and his recent win augurs well here, however (4) BARRIO DE LOU is back in business following a brace of lacklustre return starts and will be no pushover. (7) BOB MAGIC confirmed earlier this month and is expected to play an important role but if (8) BIG UP MAGIK can overcome the wide start position he should have a major say in the outcome.

Selections

(2) BIFTON - (4) BARRIO DE LOU - (7) BOB MAGIC - (8) BIG UP MAGIK

Race 4 1. BON LUCERNAIS - Not been getting home of late but in this company should not be underestimated

2. BONHEUR DE BANNES - Seldom disappoints and has been on a solid streak this year so far. Claim

3. BONUS D'ACANTHE - When of form is a better type in claiming company but last two disqualifications do little to inspire confidence

4. BRUNISSIO BELLO - Tricky but effective sort when racing barefoot and on that basis combined with the draw looks to have an excellent shot here

5. BE SERIOUS - Looks rather moderate at present. Has yet to recapture winter form and will have to show more

6. BOBBY NIVERNAIS - Useful type and although disqualified twice from last three has the capacity to go close

7. BOLERO DU SABLIER - When not disqualified tends to put on a decent show and racing unshod behind should increase his chances

8. BIGOUDI DE CHENU - Finished all his races and though not an obvious pick should be afforded some respect

9. BY ROCK DUSSAC - Disqualified on first race back since September and will need at least one more race

10. BOGLIONI JET - Lost his way 12 months ago and has shown too little since to garner much support

11. BOIS DE NECTAR - Has finished in the frame just three times from 15 and will enjoy little or no chance even in this modest company

12. BOSS DES COUPERIES - Showed good potential on only two career starts but unraced since late last summer and the draw will do him no favours

13. BRADLEY - Continues to blot his copy book and has done nothing of note since winning here last September

Summary (4) BRUNISSIO BELLO boasts a 50% strike rate when racing barefoot and with same formula applied first time since his comeback he should run away with this, although (2) BONHEUR DE BANNES has gone consistently well so far this year and looks the main challenger. (6) BOBBY NIVERNAIS may be trotting fully shod this time but he has the capacity and conditions to go close, while (1) BON LUCERNAIS looks the best of the rest.

Selections

(4) BRUNISSIO BELLO - (2) BONHEUR DE BANNES - (6) BOBBY NIVERNAIS - (1) BON LUCERNAIS

Race 5 1. CRAZY HORSE - Well-campaigned this year and seldom lets the side down. On current form will have his part to play

2. CAPUCINE D'AVRIL - Boasts a 60%+ win rate and has climbed the class ladder well. Benefits from a short spell and another big performance on the cards

3. CALLAS DU BOUFFEY - Useful filly that has been found wanting from two this term. Drops a grade and from this draw should make her presence felt

4. CRISTAL DU GITE - Occasionally the focus of the stewards but left a fine impression 12 days ago at Caen and should play an important role

5. CURLY LIGHT - Exceptionally consistent colt that has lost nothing since his layoff. Up to the task and should feature prominently

6. CASBAH WOOD - Useful filly but has shown little from three this term and even despite the drop in class appears to have limited chances

7. CATSOKETTE - A most capable sort that boasts a good record at the venue and should be afforded respect

8. CALLIOPE - Has been over a year since she last made the first three at any level and will need to confirm

9. CUP OF SMART - Showed respectable form for most of last year but little to write home about since and can be disregarded

10. CASTING DE CHENU - No stranger to this class of race. Pleased at Saint-Galmierlast time out and comes her fresh with legitimate ambitions

Summary (5) CURLY LIGHT is a colt that constantly gives his best and judging by his brace of comeback runs he could just have the measure of impressive Chartres winner (4) CRISTAL DU GITE. (10) CASTING DE CHENU is seldom far from the action at this level and the second row draw will be little hindrance with just ten starters. The talented (2) CAPUCINE D'AVRIL makes her first start for almost two months but will be fresh and could upset the apple cart if race-fit.

Selections

(5) CURLY LIGHT - (4) CRISTAL DU GITE - (10) CASTING DE CHENU - (2)

CAPUCINE D'AVRIL

Race 6 1. CRACK DE BAS - Intermittently shakes things up but pleased with success at Nimes early May. Better company this time and will have to show more

2. CASH BOOSTER - Has looked relatively modest so far this year. Yet to perform well at this venue and unlikely to influence the outcome

3. CHARLY DU DERBY - Has had two return starts and eminently capable of returning to previous ways. Claim

4. COYOTE DES FORGES - Disqualified twice this year but otherwise continues to go close. Hind shoes off and once again has potential to make a mark

5. CENTON - Well-regarded but just recently returned from long layoff. Not without decent place chance this time around

6. COCKTAIL JULINO - Did well at good level with shoes of for first time. Same formula again and expected to play a leading role

7. CRYSTAL WIC - Very capable colt at the top of his game. Won with ease at Agen earlier in the month and can impose again

8. CASH TONIGHT - Gelding with ample scope. Returned from extended absence with disqualification however could trot in for a minor place if applied

9. CAPITANO DE LOU - Can hold his own at the level but has looked not looked threatening enough to generate a lot of support

10. CONDOR DES VALS - Failed to finish in the first three for almost 18 months and no reason to indicate he will start a new trend this time around

11. CYBER WIC - Won a brace in March but twice unplaced since and with shoes on not an obvious choice

12. CHAUD DEVANT - Very handy individual that has gone respectably well this year and although not benefitting from a good draw is certainly worth following

Summary (7) CRYSTAL WIC is back at the top of his game and a repeat of his Agen victory would see him go home with the silverware. (6) COCKTAIL JULINO starts to his inside and barefoot for just the second time is expected to improve from his decent Vincennes fourth. (3) CHARLY DU DERBY makes his third start since his winter break and the plum draw should work to his advantage but (4) COYOTE DES FORGES has hardly disappointed this year and could run him close.

Selections

(7) CRYSTAL WIC - (6) COCKTAIL JULINO - (3) CHARLY DU DERBY - (4) COYOTE DES FORGES

Race 7 1. URANIE DU MORIN - Made the frame for just the first time under the saddle ten days ago and could get a look in if still on form

2. URISTAN DE BRENUS - Complicated but capable but up against better and will have his work cut out

3. UNO JIBACE - has raced modestly in both codes for the past year and can be confidently discounted

4. TIGER FEAT - Currently on a fine run. Steps back up to better class and still looks capable of returning a three-timer

5. APERO CHENEVIERE - Turned a corner over the last month and if form is maintained he could trot into the money

6. VAS LULU - Back on the ball since racing barefoot again. Little experience under the saddle but worth a consideration

7. ARENGA DE NERET - Just once placed from five in the discipline but if form transitions he could be in with a decent chance

8. TRISTAN DES LOGOS - Consistently in the thick of things. Has not disappointed on last three and will generate support

9. UNION DE BELLANDE - Very effective mare in this discipline and seldom far from the action. Has pleased of late and looks a solid choice

10. VISION D'IROISE - Made impressive return to the code after a year away and a similar effort would see her go close

11. TEMPLE D'ORTIGE - Effective at this level but with one modest return race under his belt he is unlikely to shake things up

12. VEZAC DUOPHI - Twice a winner from five so far this term. Appreciated the venue and should put on a decent show

13. TWIST VINOIR - Alternates the good with the less good but has ample ability on the right day. The extra 25m limits his chances however

Summary (9) UNION DE BELLANDE is in her element under these conditions and her latest courageous effort at Vincennes did not go unnoticed. (4) TIGER FEAT is on top form under harness and connections believe it is the ideal time to take advantage of his potential in this code.(10) VISION D'IROISE came good on her first start under the saddle for a year and should once again play a key role and although (12) VEZAC DUOPHI gives away 25m he is more than capable of making his presence felt.

Selections

(9) UNION DE BELLANDE - (4) TIGER FEAT - (10) VISION D'IROISE - (12)

VEZAC DUOPHI

Race 8 1. DAKARA DES VOLCANS - Handy filly a couple of levels down and has little to offer here. Others preferred

2. DIA DE LA BOATERIE - Just twice placed from nine and in this company will have her work cut out

3. DOMINANT ROMANEE - Promising type but disqualified two from last three and will need to show more application

4. DANUBE DE BOOTZ - Having showed some potential managed to open his account at lower level ten days ago. Big step up and chances limited

5. DAKOTA CITY - Filly with a lot to give and not to be too hastily judged for recent disqualification. Claim

6. DIVA DES BLEUETS - Opened her account in March but less effective since. Can trot in for a place if back on form

7. DUC DU VIVIER - Has twice pleased since returning to the track but will need to show more to make the frame on this occasion

8. DAUPHIN DU MONT - Justifiably well-regarded and although unlucky on comeback late April has the capacity to make a big impression

9. DON DIEGO GWEN - Sitting on three consecutive second places. At this distance a hardy type and should feature prominently

10. DOLCE VITA GRIFF - Made promising debut last summer and unbeaten from two this year. Expected to maintain her unbeaten run

11. DINO DE JILME - Has shown a lot of promise so far this year and if behaved can go close

12. DILEO D'AURALIE - Very consistent sort that is not to be underestimated and although in good company could get a look in

Summary With (10) DOLCE VITA GRIFF having won both of her starts so far this year and (9) DON DIEGO GWEN having finished runner-up three times on the trot there could well be little to separate them on their respective Vichy debuts. Barring a brace of sanctions (11) DINO DE JILME continues to go well and in this class has proven he is no slouch. The best has yet to come from (8) DAUPHIN DU MONT whose recent return was no disgrace and if race-fit should challenge for a money-spot.

Selections

(10) DOLCE VITA GRIFF - (9) DON DIEGO GWEN - (11) DINO DE JILME - (8)

DAUPHIN DU MONT