Cagnes-Sur-Mer 12 December 2022
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Finished second in a steeplechase at this track over 3700m beaten 0.8 lengths. Worth another chance in this suitable contest.
Finished second in a steeplechase at this track over 3700m beaten 0.8 lengths. Worth another chance in this suitable contest.
Made his first appearance at this track last start and hit the frame beaten 4 lengths in a steeplechase over 3700m. Worth including.
Made his first appearance at this track last start and hit the frame beaten 4 lengths in a steeplechase over 3700m. Worth including.
Finished seventh in a hurdle over 3600m at Auteuil last start. Drops in standard.
Finished seventh in a hurdle over 3600m at Auteuil last start. Drops in standard.
Tailed off in a hurdle (3300m) at this track just 10 days ago. Opposed.
Tailed off in a hurdle (3300m) at this track just 10 days ago. Opposed.
Tailed off when fifth in a 3700m steeplechase at this track seven days ago. Others preferred.
Tailed off when fifth in a 3700m steeplechase at this track seven days ago. Others preferred.
Finished tenth last time at this track in a steeplechase over 3800m. Big task ahead.
Finished tenth last time at this track in a steeplechase over 3800m. Big task ahead.
Third in a hurdle over 3400m at Nimes latest. Thereabouts.
Third in a hurdle over 3400m at Nimes latest. Thereabouts.
Good second in a hurdle at Nimes over 3400m last outing. Leading hope.
Good second in a hurdle at Nimes over 3400m last outing. Leading hope.
Scored by 3.5 lengths in a hurdle over 3800m at Angouleme last time. Claims.
Scored by 3.5 lengths in a hurdle over 3800m at Angouleme last time. Claims.
Finished in a hurdle over 3500m at Auteuil last time. Place claims.
Finished in a hurdle over 3500m at Auteuil last time. Place claims.
Returned to form with a win in a steeplechase over 3700m at this track just seven days back. In the mix.
Returned to form with a win in a steeplechase over 3700m at this track just seven days back. In the mix.
ALIBICHOP (8) has finished runner-up the past two outings including a narrow defeat at Nimes. Ready to break through for a well-deserved maiden hurdle success. BONHEUR DE BALLON (9) improved considerably on third career start scoring by 3.5L in a claimer at Angouleme. Entitled to continue to progress and rates favourably. MATNIGHT (3) struggled the last few outings among Listed company. Drops significantly in class and holds each-way claims based on a third at Auteuil earlier in the campaign. JSUI SWEETY KLASS (7) is a place contender after a third at Nimes in the same race as the main selection.
Held when a 34 length eighth here over 3500m. Capable of better at this level.
Held when a 34 length eighth here over 3500m. Capable of better at this level.
Finished fourth at Cholet in a 3700m hurdle beaten 25 lengths. Place best.
Finished fourth at Cholet in a 3700m hurdle beaten 25 lengths. Place best.
Finished third in a hurdle at Lyon-Parilly over 3800m when beaten 2 lengths. Not dismissed.
Finished third in a hurdle at Lyon-Parilly over 3800m when beaten 2 lengths. Not dismissed.
Finished third over 3800m in a hurdle at Compiegne when beaten 6 lengths. Likely to figure in the outcome.
Finished third over 3800m in a hurdle at Compiegne when beaten 6 lengths. Likely to figure in the outcome.
Finished eighth last time at Auteuil in a hurdle over 3600m. In the mix.
Finished eighth last time at Auteuil in a hurdle over 3600m. In the mix.
Winner of his last two starts the latest scoring by 3 lengths in a hurdle over 3650m Mont-de-Marsan. Can make it three straight.
Winner of his last two starts the latest scoring by 3 lengths in a hurdle over 3650m Mont-de-Marsan. Can make it three straight.
Returned from a 269-day break last start with a win in a hurdle (3600m) at Argentan. Chance.
Returned from a 269-day break last start with a win in a hurdle (3600m) at Argentan. Chance.
Held in a steeplechase over 3800m at Nancy last time. Big task ahead.
Held in a steeplechase over 3800m at Nancy last time. Big task ahead.
Could only manage sixth last time at this track in a hurdle over 3500m. Others preferred.
Could only manage sixth last time at this track in a hurdle over 3500m. Others preferred.
Last start eighth at Salon-de-Provence. Opposed.
Last start eighth at Salon-de-Provence. Opposed.
Held debut sixth when beaten 33 lengths in a hurdle at Niort. Others have better credentials.
Held debut sixth when beaten 33 lengths in a hurdle at Niort. Others have better credentials.
Comfortably held on debut at this track 7 days back. Cannot enthuse.
Comfortably held on debut at this track 7 days back. Cannot enthuse.
Moderate fourth in a hurdle over 3500m at this track last start. Could sneak a place.
Moderate fourth in a hurdle over 3500m at this track last start. Could sneak a place.
Held fifth at Niort in a 3800m hurdle latest. Each-way claims in this grade.
Held fifth at Niort in a 3800m hurdle latest. Each-way claims in this grade.
ICARE D'ILLIAT (6) delivers first start for a new yard. Aiming to complete a hat-trick following a comfortable 3L success at Mont-de-Marsan. Can play a major role. MAGIC DAVIER (4) campaigned among Listed company earlier in the year. Appreciated switch to claimers when third at Compiegne latest. Makes for plenty of appeal. SEIGNOR GRINGO (7) returned after an eight month absence to score a maiden success in a claimer at Argentan. Worth considering. GIULINA (14) holds each-way claims based on a fifth at Niort.
Finished fifth last time at this track in a steeplechase over 3800m. Major player on her best figures.
Finished fifth last time at this track in a steeplechase over 3800m. Major player on her best figures.
Finished third two back in a steeplechase at Fontainebleau then finished fourth last time over 3800m at this track when beaten 12 lengths in a steeplechase. Will be thereabouts.
Finished third two back in a steeplechase at Fontainebleau then finished fourth last time over 3800m at this track when beaten 12 lengths in a steeplechase. Will be thereabouts.
Tailed off sixth at this track in a 3700m steeplechase last time. Best watched.
Tailed off sixth at this track in a 3700m steeplechase last time. Best watched.
Moderate fourth in a steeplechase over 3600m at Fontainebleau last time. Lightly raced but likely more will be needed.
Moderate fourth in a steeplechase over 3600m at Fontainebleau last time. Lightly raced but likely more will be needed.
Finished sixth at this track in a 3800m steeplechase last time arriving 14 lengths behind the winner. Place claims.
Finished sixth at this track in a 3800m steeplechase last time arriving 14 lengths behind the winner. Place claims.
Finished seventh at this track in a 3800m steeplechase when beaten 32 lengths. Others preferred.
Finished seventh at this track in a 3800m steeplechase when beaten 32 lengths. Others preferred.
Resumed last start with a modest eighth in a hurdle (3400m) at Compiegne. Will strip fitter but needs more.
Resumed last start with a modest eighth in a hurdle (3400m) at Compiegne. Will strip fitter but needs more.
Good third in a hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3550m. Finds a suitable assignment and can be involved.
Good third in a hurdle at Fontainebleau over 3550m. Finds a suitable assignment and can be involved.
Returns from a break of four months. Closed the last campaign with a good second in a hurdle (3400m) at Clairefontaine. Top claims.
Returns from a break of four months. Closed the last campaign with a good second in a hurdle (3400m) at Clairefontaine. Top claims.
Won two back in a hurdle at Fontainebleau then finished fifth in a hurdle at Lyon-Parilly over 3400m beaten 48 lengths. No surprise to see her bounce back.
Won two back in a hurdle at Fontainebleau then finished fifth in a hurdle at Lyon-Parilly over 3400m beaten 48 lengths. No surprise to see her bounce back.
LILLA (9) makes her chase debut after some solid hurdling form. Won once and finished runner-up twice from four outings including a 3L success at Dieppe. Top chance. MIAMI DU BERLAIS (8) started career with a good second before disappointing in a Class Two conditions hurdle. Returned to better order dropping to a Class Three subsequently and can play a major role. NAJIMA STAR (1) was an eye-catching chase winner at Lyon-Parilly three starts back. Sixth among Listed company since and holds each-way claims. NAEVA (10) attempted to complete a hat-trick when a well-beaten fifth in a Class Two conditions hurdle last start. Switches to fences against more suitable opposition.
Fair fourth over 4000m at this track. Frame chance.
Fair fourth over 4000m at this track. Frame chance.
Finished a 12 length sixth here over 4000m. Won back-to-back races prior but this is tougher.
Finished a 12 length sixth here over 4000m. Won back-to-back races prior but this is tougher.
Produced a one length win in a steeplechase over 3800m at this track. Noted.
Produced a one length win in a steeplechase over 3800m at this track. Noted.
Returned to form with a solid second in a hurdle over 3800m at Angers last start. Each-way player.
Returned to form with a solid second in a hurdle over 3800m at Angers last start. Each-way player.
Tailed off in a 4005m hurdle at Cheltenham (UK) 52 days ago. Others preferred.
Tailed off in a 4005m hurdle at Cheltenham (UK) 52 days ago. Others preferred.
Did well to finish second two back in a steeplechase at Compiegne. Impressed in a steeplechase at Auteuil over 4400m 23 days ago arriving 20 lengths ahead of his rivals. Major appeal.
Did well to finish second two back in a steeplechase at Compiegne. Impressed in a steeplechase at Auteuil over 4400m 23 days ago arriving 20 lengths ahead of his rivals. Major appeal.
Won at Angers in a 3400m hurdle when last seen. Sure to feature on her best form.
Won at Angers in a 3400m hurdle when last seen. Sure to feature on her best form.
Pulled-up over 3800m at this track last time out. Unlikely to threaten.
Pulled-up over 3800m at this track last time out. Unlikely to threaten.
Did a good job to finish third last time out at this track in a 3800m steeplechase beaten 1.2 lengths. Each-way chance.
Did a good job to finish third last time out at this track in a 3800m steeplechase beaten 1.2 lengths. Each-way chance.
Held fifth in a steeplechase here last start. Could place.
Held fifth in a steeplechase here last start. Could place.
Finished fourth at Lyon-Parilly in a 4000m hurdle last time arriving 13 lengths behind the winner. Frame contender.
Finished fourth at Lyon-Parilly in a 4000m hurdle last time arriving 13 lengths behind the winner. Frame contender.
Impressive winner of a steeplechase at Auteuil two runs ago then finished ninth more recently in a 3800m steeplechase at this track. Must bounce back.
Impressive winner of a steeplechase at Auteuil two runs ago then finished ninth more recently in a 3800m steeplechase at this track. Must bounce back.
Held eighth at this track in a steeplechase over 3800m last time out. Scored at Slusovice (Czech Republic) two starts back. Market check.
Held eighth at this track in a steeplechase over 3800m last time out. Scored at Slusovice (Czech Republic) two starts back. Market check.
Finished sixth in a steeplechase over 3800m here last time beaten 6 lengths. Worth including.
Finished sixth in a steeplechase over 3800m here last time beaten 6 lengths. Worth including.
Finished sixth last time in a 4300m hurdle at Auteuil. May get involved in this suitable race.
Finished sixth last time in a 4300m hurdle at Auteuil. May get involved in this suitable race.
Pulled-up last time out in a steeplechase at this track. Opposed.
Pulled-up last time out in a steeplechase at this track. Opposed.
HIPSTER PARADISE (6) aims for back-to-back victories following an impressive 20L success in a Class Three conditions steeplechase at Auteuil. Placed second among handicap company prior and rates well. HYDE MADRIK (7) has recorded three victories from the past four outings. Eye-catching winner of a Class One handicap steeplechase at Nancy last start. Not to be dismissed. SAIGNON (3) is another last start winner at this track. Steps up in distance and is worth considering for a placing. CESAR DE BALLON (4) holds each-way claims from near the top of the weights. Placed third tackling a Listed handicap in May at Auteuil.
Pulled-up at Auteuil before going for a three months break. Chance on best.
Pulled-up at Auteuil before going for a three months break. Chance on best.
Unseated last start in a steeplechase at this track latest. Place claims on best efforts.
Unseated last start in a steeplechase at this track latest. Place claims on best efforts.
Fell last outing in a steeplechase at this track. May prove best watched.
Fell last outing in a steeplechase at this track. May prove best watched.
Finished sixth at this track in a 3400m hurdle when beaten 11 lengths. Frame contender.
Finished sixth at this track in a 3400m hurdle when beaten 11 lengths. Frame contender.
Filly by Gris De Gris out of Provence. Best watched on debut.
Filly by Gris De Gris out of Provence. Best watched on debut.
Pulled-up in a steeplechase at this track latest. Cannot enthuse.
Pulled-up in a steeplechase at this track latest. Cannot enthuse.
Never looked like troubling them last time when sixth at this track. Impossible to recommend.
Never looked like troubling them last time when sixth at this track. Impossible to recommend.
Pulled-up when resuming from a 179- day layoff last start in a hurdle at this track. Opposed.
Pulled-up when resuming from a 179- day layoff last start in a hurdle at this track. Opposed.
Returned from a layoff last time out in a hurdle (3500m) at Auteuil finishing fourth. Not dismissed.
Returned from a layoff last time out in a hurdle (3500m) at Auteuil finishing fourth. Not dismissed.
Sound third over 3800m in a steeplechase at Angouleme when beaten 9 lengths. Leading hope.
Sound third over 3800m in a steeplechase at Angouleme when beaten 9 lengths. Leading hope.
Fell last time out in a steeplechase at this track. Could place on prior Nimes fourth.
Fell last time out in a steeplechase at this track. Could place on prior Nimes fourth.
Comes here 41 days after a 21 length ninth in a hurdle (3800m) at Angouleme. Remains early days.
Comes here 41 days after a 21 length ninth in a hurdle (3800m) at Angouleme. Remains early days.
Moderate fourth in a hurdle over 3400m at Nimes but this looks a suitable assignment. One to note.
Moderate fourth in a hurdle over 3400m at Nimes but this looks a suitable assignment. One to note.
Pulled-up last start in a steeplechase at this track. Looking elsewhere.
Pulled-up last start in a steeplechase at this track. Looking elsewhere.
Last run finished fifth in a hurdle over 3550m at Fontainebleau. Each-way.
Last run finished fifth in a hurdle over 3550m at Fontainebleau. Each-way.
Fell last time out in a hurdle at Auteuil. Others hold stronger claims.
Fell last time out in a hurdle at Auteuil. Others hold stronger claims.
MARINALGAN (10) has made steady progress with recent starts. Placed third at Angouleme in a Class Four steeplechase over 3800m and switching to claiming company must be respected. SNIPER POINT (1) is capable of bouncing back to form after being pulled-up in a 3600m G3 at Auteuil. Ran well in Listed contests prior. Interesting attempting this class. CLEVER GIRL (13) has produced fair efforts in two career hurdle outings. Useful fourth at Nimes latest and was a winner on the flat at Deauville. THE GREAT ESCAPE (9) holds each-way claims based on a fourth at Auteuil in a claiming hurdle.
Pulled-up in a hurdle at this track latest. Worth another chance based on his Fontainebleau fourth.
Pulled-up in a hurdle at this track latest. Worth another chance based on his Fontainebleau fourth.
Finished eighth last time at this track in a hurdle over 3500m. Could sneak a place.
Finished eighth last time at this track in a hurdle over 3500m. Could sneak a place.
Held fifth in a hurdle (3500m) at Machecoul. Could sneak into the finish on best form.
Held fifth in a hurdle (3500m) at Machecoul. Could sneak into the finish on best form.
Pulled-up in a steeplechase at this track on return. Looks to have the job ahead.
Pulled-up in a steeplechase at this track on return. Looks to have the job ahead.
Finished fourth at this track latest. Each-way claims.
Finished fourth at this track latest. Each-way claims.
Won two starts back in a hurdle at Nimes to add to his impressive record. Followed that with a solid second in a hurdle over 3650m at Mont-de-Marsan. Top hope.
Won two starts back in a hurdle at Nimes to add to his impressive record. Followed that with a solid second in a hurdle over 3650m at Mont-de-Marsan. Top hope.
Unseated rider last time out in a steeplechase at this track. Others preferred.
Unseated rider last time out in a steeplechase at this track. Others preferred.
Good second two back in a steeplechase at Auteuil. Chance on that form.
Good second two back in a steeplechase at Auteuil. Chance on that form.
Finished second over 3400m in a hurdle at Nimes when beaten a head. Can go close.
Finished second over 3400m in a hurdle at Nimes when beaten a head. Can go close.
Finished sixth last time in a 3800m steeplechase at this track. Looking to others.
Finished sixth last time in a 3800m steeplechase at this track. Looking to others.
Pulled-up in a steeplechase at this track latest. Looking elsewhere.
Pulled-up in a steeplechase at this track latest. Looking elsewhere.
Fair fourth last time at Nimes in a hurdle over 3400m. One to note.
Fair fourth last time at Nimes in a hurdle over 3400m. One to note.
Held when 22 lengths off the winner in a 3500m hurdle at this track 10 days ago. Opposed.
Held when 22 lengths off the winner in a 3500m hurdle at this track 10 days ago. Opposed.
Pulled-up over 3500m at this track last time. Looks safely held.
Pulled-up over 3500m at this track last time. Looks safely held.
Returned from a break last start with a modest sixth in a steeplechase (3600m) at Fontainebleau. Requires further improvement.
Returned from a break last start with a modest sixth in a steeplechase (3600m) at Fontainebleau. Requires further improvement.
ICARIOS (6) brings excellent form with two wins and two placings from the past four outings. Fought hard for a narrow success at Nimes hurdling two starts ago and is equally capable over fences. Top chance. IFRANE (9) was a claiming hurdle winner at Lyon Parilly three runs back and since made the frame at Nimes. Capable. TACARES (12) is a place contender based on a recent 4.25L fourth in a Nimes claiming hurdle. Won once from three steeplechase attempts. MARECHAL DESJY (1) holds each-way claims based on a fourth at Fontainebleau in a Class Four conditions hurdle delivering penultimate run. Can bounce back after being pulled-up at this track.
Pleasing second in a steeplechase over 3800m at this track just 10 days back. Player.
Pleasing second in a steeplechase over 3800m at this track just 10 days back. Player.
Finished sixth last time at this track in a hurdle over 4000m. More needed.
Finished sixth last time at this track in a hurdle over 4000m. More needed.
Rarely far away at this venue including a last start fourth in a steeplechase over 3800m. Capable of going well.
Rarely far away at this venue including a last start fourth in a steeplechase over 3800m. Capable of going well.
Tailed off sixth over 3800m in a steeplechase at this track. Safely held latest and not likely to threaten.
Tailed off sixth over 3800m in a steeplechase at this track. Safely held latest and not likely to threaten.
Scored over 3800m in a hurdle at Nancy by a long neck latest. Notable claims.
Scored over 3800m in a hurdle at Nancy by a long neck latest. Notable claims.
Returned from a 124- day break and pulled-up in a hurdle at Fontainebleau. Best watched.
Returned from a 124- day break and pulled-up in a hurdle at Fontainebleau. Best watched.
Found the frame two back in a steeplechase at Strasbourg. Each-way claims.
Found the frame two back in a steeplechase at Strasbourg. Each-way claims.
Good third in a hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m when beaten 1.75 lengths. Consistent.
Good third in a hurdle at Auteuil over 3600m when beaten 1.75 lengths. Consistent.
Pulled-up last outing in a steeplechase at this track. Cannot enthuse.
Pulled-up last outing in a steeplechase at this track. Cannot enthuse.
Finished in a steeplechase over 4200m at Maure-de-Bretagne two back. Pulled-up here latest but capable of better.
Finished in a steeplechase over 4200m at Maure-de-Bretagne two back. Pulled-up here latest but capable of better.
Recorded another lacklustre performance in a hurdle (4000m) at this track when beaten 24 lengths. Unlikely to threaten these.
Recorded another lacklustre performance in a hurdle (4000m) at this track when beaten 24 lengths. Unlikely to threaten these.
Sound fourth in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil last outing. Player.
Sound fourth in a handicap hurdle at Auteuil last outing. Player.
Scored over 4200m in a steeplechase at Nancy by 5 lengths. Right in the mix.
Scored over 4200m in a steeplechase at Nancy by 5 lengths. Right in the mix.
TITE GOUL (5) aims for back-to-back handicap wins after scoring at Nancy over 3300m. Been in good order since a break with a victory and a placing from three attempts. Top chance. AFFORTUNATO (1) seems to enjoy this track with three placings from five outings. Last seen finishing runner-up tackling 3800m and can play a role again. DAYS DREAM (12) has not finished out of the top four when completing the past six starts. Faced tough competition at Auteuil. Place claims. GALOP DU LARGE (3) is an each-way contender based on a close fourth at this track.
Pulled-up over 3800m at Compiegne when last seen. Not out of this on earlier form.
Pulled-up over 3800m at Compiegne when last seen. Not out of this on earlier form.
Disappointing last time when 12th beaten 32 lengths in a hurdle at this track. Best watched.
Disappointing last time when 12th beaten 32 lengths in a hurdle at this track. Best watched.
Finished third in a hurdle at Ffos Las (UK) over 3184m when beaten 19 lengths. One to note.
Finished third in a hurdle at Ffos Las (UK) over 3184m when beaten 19 lengths. One to note.
Fell last time out in a steeplechase at Auteuil. Risky.
Fell last time out in a steeplechase at Auteuil. Risky.
Tailed off when 11th in a this track hurdle last start. Cannot enthuse.
Tailed off when 11th in a this track hurdle last start. Cannot enthuse.
Resumed after a break last start with a modest fifth in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Can strip fitter.
Resumed after a break last start with a modest fifth in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Can strip fitter.
Finished sixth last time at this track in a hurdle over 4000m. Place hope.
Finished sixth last time at this track in a hurdle over 4000m. Place hope.
Finished fourth in a hurdle at Compiegne two back. Could sneak into the frame.
Finished fourth in a hurdle at Compiegne two back. Could sneak into the frame.
Returning from a layoff last start when beaten 8 lengths into ninth in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Improvement in store.
Returning from a layoff last start when beaten 8 lengths into ninth in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Improvement in store.
Sound second in a hurdle over 4000m here last outing. Player.
Sound second in a hurdle over 4000m here last outing. Player.
Third beaten 3.5 lengths in a hurdle over 4000m here last outing. Chance.
Third beaten 3.5 lengths in a hurdle over 4000m here last outing. Chance.
Returned from a spell last start with a modest 14th in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Capable of better.
Returned from a spell last start with a modest 14th in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Capable of better.
Finished fourth in a 3800m hurdle at Fontainebleau two starts ago. Frame contender.
Finished fourth in a 3800m hurdle at Fontainebleau two starts ago. Frame contender.
Returned to form with a 3 length win in a hurdle over 4000m at this track last time. Likely to figure once more.
Returned to form with a 3 length win in a hurdle over 4000m at this track last time. Likely to figure once more.
Finished sixth when fresh from a spell last start in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Strips fitter.
Finished sixth when fresh from a spell last start in a hurdle (4000m) at this track. Strips fitter.
The form of a previous track and trip handicap hurdle is key to this race. MEANN (10) resumed after a seven month break with a strong second in that event. Former winner at the track and entitled to improve for race fitness second-up after a break. HAUT DE FORME (14) aims for back-to-back wins following success in that race. Only query would be inconsistency of completions recently. MESSI BLUE (11) finished third and could fill the same placing. GINGEMBRE MENTHE (3) delivers a first start for a new yard. Raced in the UK prior and holds each-way claims following a third at Ffos Las (UK).
