Clairefontaine 16 October 2023
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Shown great consistency in conditions races and only narrowly missed out on victory on his comeback after a break. Not taken lightly
Shown great consistency in conditions races and only narrowly missed out on victory on his comeback after a break. Not taken lightly
Has proven herself to be competitive at this level and showed signs of improvement last time with the headgear (retained here) fitted. Keep safe
Has proven herself to be competitive at this level and showed signs of improvement last time with the headgear (retained here) fitted. Keep safe
Winner of a handicap at Vichy this summer and has remained competitive since. Could have a role to play over a distance that suits
Winner of a handicap at Vichy this summer and has remained competitive since. Could have a role to play over a distance that suits
Winner of two handicaps already and returns here to the course and distance of her latest victory. Has held her own in a Quinte at Compiegne since, so is not discounted
Winner of two handicaps already and returns here to the course and distance of her latest victory. Has held her own in a Quinte at Compiegne since, so is not discounted
Consistent for the most part but has little margin at this handicap value and is making his first start in a Quinte+ here. Watch for now
Consistent for the most part but has little margin at this handicap value and is making his first start in a Quinte+ here. Watch for now
Finished ahead of the pack on the inside last time (4th), when beaten only by three rivals who chose to come to the outside in a similr contest. Sets the standard
Finished ahead of the pack on the inside last time (4th), when beaten only by three rivals who chose to come to the outside in a similr contest. Sets the standard
Easy winner of a handicap at Vichy this summer but was somewhat disappointing last time (9th). Not incapable of resurfacing though, even in a race of this nature
Easy winner of a handicap at Vichy this summer but was somewhat disappointing last time (9th). Not incapable of resurfacing though, even in a race of this nature
Runner-up in her first Quinte outing, narrowly outfought in the finish. Progressive type who ought to have a say in the finish
Runner-up in her first Quinte outing, narrowly outfought in the finish. Progressive type who ought to have a say in the finish
Relatively unexposed filly, winner of two races during the spring. Finished only 8th on handicap debut last time but was returning from a break and should have more to offer. Keep safe
Relatively unexposed filly, winner of two races during the spring. Finished only 8th on handicap debut last time but was returning from a break and should have more to offer. Keep safe
Runner-up in three consecutive starts recently, albeit in handicaps at a lower level. Significantly up in class here, so has only a place chance
Runner-up in three consecutive starts recently, albeit in handicaps at a lower level. Significantly up in class here, so has only a place chance
Runner-up in his last two outings at handicap level but a clear distance behind the winner. Dominated on his return (6th), notably by ORION ROCK (1) and L'ACAJOU (5), and looks held here on that form
Runner-up in his last two outings at handicap level but a clear distance behind the winner. Dominated on his return (6th), notably by ORION ROCK (1) and L'ACAJOU (5), and looks held here on that form
Won well in his first start for this yard but that was in a handicap at a lower level. Has been raised 3kg for that win and will find this opposition much tougher - outsider
Won well in his first start for this yard but that was in a handicap at a lower level. Has been raised 3kg for that win and will find this opposition much tougher - outsider
Revealed serious means in conditions races but has been unable to stand out in handicap races. Can't be written off just yet
Revealed serious means in conditions races but has been unable to stand out in handicap races. Can't be written off just yet
Has never finished worse than 3rd at this venue and has demonstrated commendable consistency in competition but at a lower level. Outsider here in his first start at Quinte+ level
Has never finished worse than 3rd at this venue and has demonstrated commendable consistency in competition but at a lower level. Outsider here in his first start at Quinte+ level
Has distinguished herself on several occasions in handicaps and remains competitive off her current mark. Place chance
Has distinguished herself on several occasions in handicaps and remains competitive off her current mark. Place chance
Unplaced (7th and 8th) in both of his Quinte appearances, although not entirely disgraced on each occasion. Upset potential
Unplaced (7th and 8th) in both of his Quinte appearances, although not entirely disgraced on each occasion. Upset potential
In a recent Quinte at Compiegne, RUE DE L'AUDE (6) was beaten by the three rivals who chose to deliver their challenge up the outside rail. She has already proven on several occasions that she has the means to add a race of this nature to her tally so, barring any incident, ought to fight for victory. PERSEIDE (9) may have only finished 8th on her 1800m comeback but will, undoubtedly, have come on with the benefit of that outing and she remains capable of playing a leading role, as is consistent BAHAYRA (8) after an excellent Quinte+ debut. SEA BREAKER (2) sparked signs of improvement at Toulouse last time and, on that evidence, has legitimate claims pitched back into a handicap. ORION ROCK (1) has displayed great consistency and is not without a chance either in her first Quinte+ outing, nor is ALICANTO (13) who is an eye-catching jockey booking for Stephane Pasquier. APALAIN (7) and CLAIR DE LUNE (3) complete the shortlist.
Well-held on debut (9th) before finishing an improved 5th last time - both starts in stronger Irish races. One to beat
Well-held on debut (9th) before finishing an improved 5th last time - both starts in stronger Irish races. One to beat
Did not go unnoticed when finishing 7th on debut and would've gained plenty from that experience. Has more to give
Did not go unnoticed when finishing 7th on debut and would've gained plenty from that experience. Has more to give
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Finished an encouraging 4th on debut, albeit in a lesser race in the provinces, and starting out here in a claiming race with legitimate ambitions
Finished an encouraging 4th on debut, albeit in a lesser race in the provinces, and starting out here in a claiming race with legitimate ambitions
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unexposed sort with sound form references. Needs to improve to play a leading role but could get into the picture
Unexposed sort with sound form references. Needs to improve to play a leading role but could get into the picture
Seldom far off the mark and could get into the picture, although probably has more of a place chance than a winning one
Seldom far off the mark and could get into the picture, although probably has more of a place chance than a winning one
The highest-rated runner in the race and she finished reassuring 2nd last time. Should have a role to play
The highest-rated runner in the race and she finished reassuring 2nd last time. Should have a role to play
FAMILIAR (1), with the benefit of an introductory outing under his belt, took a big step forward last time by finishing 5th, behind a certain Mythology, and he is likely to fight for victory here with further progress expected of him. VIVE LA REINE (8) ought to continue her momentum too so should pose a threat. Both LEPANTO (2) and KOKICA (4) should have more to offer after pleasing debuts and, as such, could get into the picture.
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
In good form and physical condition with headgear now fitted for his first outing at this level. Respect
In good form and physical condition with headgear now fitted for his first outing at this level. Respect
Proven in this category although the distance of 1600m could prove a stretch. Chance if effective over this trip
Proven in this category although the distance of 1600m could prove a stretch. Chance if effective over this trip
Participating in his first claimer" but has already shown sufficient means to aim for victory here. High on the shortlist"
Participating in his first claimer" but has already shown sufficient means to aim for victory here. High on the shortlist"
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Inconsistent but remains more than capable and is distance suited, so ought to be competitive. Don't discount
Inconsistent but remains more than capable and is distance suited, so ought to be competitive. Don't discount
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
A tricky claiming race to assess. Both QUELLO (4) and LIVING NELSON (2) should fare better pitched into this grade for the first time, so are likely to be competitive. However, BIG BOOTS (3) is confirmed at this level and should play a leading role too. STORMY AIR (6) is inconsistent but has already proven his competitiveness in the claiming category.
In good form after two wins from his last four starts but has less margin now having incurred penalties. Dark horse
In good form after two wins from his last four starts but has less margin now having incurred penalties. Dark horse
Undeniably capable but has been off the boil in his last three outings, having won four starts back. For another day
Undeniably capable but has been off the boil in his last three outings, having won four starts back. For another day
Favourably entered here at the ceiling of values and arrives in good form/physical condition. High on the shortlist
Favourably entered here at the ceiling of values and arrives in good form/physical condition. High on the shortlist
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Consistent for the most part and finished a commendable 3rd at Saint-Cloud, confirming his current form. Chance
Consistent for the most part and finished a commendable 3rd at Saint-Cloud, confirming his current form. Chance
Undeniably capable but too inconsistent to inspire any confidence. Could get into the picture but has to reaffirm
Undeniably capable but too inconsistent to inspire any confidence. Could get into the picture but has to reaffirm
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Has regained momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time. Ought to be competitive in her current shape
Has regained momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time. Ought to be competitive in her current shape
Has nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now so can be easily ruled out. Others preferred
Has nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now so can be easily ruled out. Others preferred
Maintaining her form/consistency and, with the 1,5kg allowance of Marie Velon, finds herself very well placed here. Include
Maintaining her form/consistency and, with the 1,5kg allowance of Marie Velon, finds herself very well placed here. Include
Has three runs in her legs after a lengthy absence and is also dangerous to dismiss judged on her best references. Beware
Has three runs in her legs after a lengthy absence and is also dangerous to dismiss judged on her best references. Beware
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
CRISALSA (3) bounced right back to form by winning a competitive heat last time and need only repeat that performance to fight for victory again. POP LIFE (10) is ideally engaged under these conditions, as is SLEEPY SUZY (8), and has already shown sufficient means to play a leading role too. ILDOUCE FLECHOIS (5) and MAKENO (1) are in good shape and capable of staking a claim too, while LAKOTA SWEET (11) could resurface in a race of this nature.
ideally committed under these conditions and will be aided by the 3,5kg allowance of his rider. One to beat
ideally committed under these conditions and will be aided by the 3,5kg allowance of his rider. One to beat
Undeniably capable but has been off the boil in her last two outings, having won three starts back. Has to reaffirm
Undeniably capable but has been off the boil in her last two outings, having won three starts back. Has to reaffirm
In very good shape and is proven at this venue too, so ought to have a say in the finish against her own sex
In very good shape and is proven at this venue too, so ought to have a say in the finish against her own sex
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now so can be easily ruled out here. Others preferred
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now so can be easily ruled out here. Others preferred
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Has found form and consistency recently, finishing an eye-catching 3rd at Le Croise-Laroche last time. Has claims
Has found form and consistency recently, finishing an eye-catching 3rd at Le Croise-Laroche last time. Has claims
Sparked to improvement by returning to form last time and will be aided by a possible softening of the tracks. Chance
Sparked to improvement by returning to form last time and will be aided by a possible softening of the tracks. Chance
Had regained momentum before finishing unplaced last time. Capable of better but best watched for now
Had regained momentum before finishing unplaced last time. Capable of better but best watched for now
Bidding for a hat-trick after consecutive victories but has little margin at this value. Has only a place chance
Bidding for a hat-trick after consecutive victories but has little margin at this value. Has only a place chance
MUELHEIMER PERLE (1) is ideally committed under the conditions of this race and has a good opportunity to confirm her recent success by following up here. Last-start winner GIVE ME GOLD (3), rejuvenated IN PARADISE (7) and ZELZALITA (8), who finished 2nd last time, are all capable of giving cheek to the selection.
Cconsistent filly, particularly effective on good ground. If the rains stays away, she ought to play a role
Cconsistent filly, particularly effective on good ground. If the rains stays away, she ought to play a role
Made quite the impression despite missing out narrowly last time (2nd). Will be winning sooner rather than later
Made quite the impression despite missing out narrowly last time (2nd). Will be winning sooner rather than later
Inconsistent but remains capable of making her presence felt at this level. Warrants the utmost respect
Inconsistent but remains capable of making her presence felt at this level. Warrants the utmost respect
Unreliable although more than of staking a claim in a race of this nature. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable although more than of staking a claim in a race of this nature. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Has nothing noteworthy to his name in four consecutive starts and doesn't warrant consideration here so can be ruled out
Has nothing noteworthy to his name in four consecutive starts and doesn't warrant consideration here so can be ruled out
Won well at this course in August and finished a reassuring 2nd last time. On that evidence, should be a factor here
Won well at this course in August and finished a reassuring 2nd last time. On that evidence, should be a factor here
Runner-up in his last start before a break but booking of Cristian Demuro bodes well for his chances. Beware
Runner-up in his last start before a break but booking of Cristian Demuro bodes well for his chances. Beware
Consistent for the most part and did not go unnoticed despite finishing 7th last time. Not taken lightly
Consistent for the most part and did not go unnoticed despite finishing 7th last time. Not taken lightly
Consistent and versatile sort who has shown on several occasions that he is competitive at his value. Keep safe
Consistent and versatile sort who has shown on several occasions that he is competitive at his value. Keep safe
Runner-up last month when sporting headgear for the first time but that was at a much lower level. Has more to do
Runner-up last month when sporting headgear for the first time but that was at a much lower level. Has more to do
Looks the type to one day shine in handicaps. This may be too much too soon for him, though a place remains within reach
Looks the type to one day shine in handicaps. This may be too much too soon for him, though a place remains within reach
ONE POINT (2) looks on the verge of success and, having finished 2nd last time, could well emerge with victory from this handicap. CRACKLIN'ROSIE (6), who won well at this venue during the summer, consistent HADLEIGH (9), and top-weight FULL COLOR (1), who is in good form and will welcome any rain, are candidates for success too and will fight for victory. ZILRAK (8) completes the shortlist.
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Has nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now so can be ruled out as a result. Overlook
Has nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period now so can be ruled out as a result. Overlook
Has been regaining momentum and finished an improved 5th last time. Not incapable of getting into the picture
Has been regaining momentum and finished an improved 5th last time. Not incapable of getting into the picture
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of playing a leading role in a race of this nature, on the evidence of his recent 3rd
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of playing a leading role in a race of this nature, on the evidence of his recent 3rd
Much-improved winner of his last start but faces a tall order confirming that progress here. Watch for now
Much-improved winner of his last start but faces a tall order confirming that progress here. Watch for now
Disappointing at Craon recently but has sufficient means to stake a claim in the finish. Dark horse
Disappointing at Craon recently but has sufficient means to stake a claim in the finish. Dark horse
Has run well in both starts this year and the booking of Cristian Demuro bodes well for the chances of this runner. Beware
Has run well in both starts this year and the booking of Cristian Demuro bodes well for the chances of this runner. Beware
Flawlessly consistent last-start winner who, despite a resultant penalty, ought to remain competitive. Keep safe
Flawlessly consistent last-start winner who, despite a resultant penalty, ought to remain competitive. Keep safe
Undeniably capable, judged on her best references, but has gone off the boil and needs to reaffirm. For another day
Undeniably capable, judged on her best references, but has gone off the boil and needs to reaffirm. For another day
Consistent sort in good form and physical condition, with Maxime Guyon engaged to ride. Not taken lightly
Consistent sort in good form and physical condition, with Maxime Guyon engaged to ride. Not taken lightly
Undeniably capable, judged on her best references, but has gone off the boil and needs to reaffirm. For another day
Undeniably capable, judged on her best references, but has gone off the boil and needs to reaffirm. For another day
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Runner-up in four consecutive outings, the time has come for her to shine. Worth siding with to go one better
Runner-up in four consecutive outings, the time has come for her to shine. Worth siding with to go one better
Has little of not to his name for some time now to warrant any consideration here, so can be ruled out. Overlook
Has little of not to his name for some time now to warrant any consideration here, so can be ruled out. Overlook
ALMAZORA (15) has been threatening to win recently and deserves to get her head in front after finishing 2nd in her last 4 starts. She deserves to reconnect with success and is taken to get the better of THINDY (5), who looked rejuvenated in his last start, and consistent SERIGNAN (4) whose margin for improvement is certain. LADY STRAIGHT (9) logically completes the shortlist. LEON (7) and TESTIPEDRO (11) come next.
Has continued to push his limits and tends to do well at this track too. Should make his presence felt
Has continued to push his limits and tends to do well at this track too. Should make his presence felt
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Has nothing noteworthy to his name for some now to warrant any consideration here, so can be ruled out. Overlook
Has nothing noteworthy to his name for some now to warrant any consideration here, so can be ruled out. Overlook
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and could get into the picture here but has no more than a place chance
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive off his current mark. Unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive off his current mark. Unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
In very good shape at the moment and is capable of defying a penalty for her last-start success. Makes obvious appeal
In very good shape at the moment and is capable of defying a penalty for her last-start success. Makes obvious appeal
Consistent mare whose form and competitiveness at this level/handicap value is certain. Not taken lightly
Consistent mare whose form and competitiveness at this level/handicap value is certain. Not taken lightly
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Lines up here with good recent performances which gives her a winning chance in a race of this nature
Lines up here with good recent performances which gives her a winning chance in a race of this nature
Has shown sufficient means to perform well in events of this kind. Will not want the ground too deep, though
Has shown sufficient means to perform well in events of this kind. Will not want the ground too deep, though
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain his form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Consistent mare whose form and competitiveness at this level/handicap value is certain. Not taken lightly
Consistent mare whose form and competitiveness at this level/handicap value is certain. Not taken lightly
Confirmed recent improvement by winning last time and is capable of defying a penalty by playing a leading role. Likely frontrunner
Confirmed recent improvement by winning last time and is capable of defying a penalty by playing a leading role. Likely frontrunner
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Has regained momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time, and ought to be competitive in current shape
Has regained momentum, finishing an improved 4th last time, and ought to be competitive in current shape
A model of consistency for several weeks now, FLUTE EN SOL (11) is good value to recapture the winning thread in a race of this nature. LA BARILLETTE (8), who is in very good form, as well as JANNINA (17), who has looked competitive off her current value, head the list of potential dangers that also includes last-start winners MOKO (15) and RUUDJE (1).
