Parislongchamp 11 May 2023
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Won on debut beating subsequent winners, so ought to be competitive here with any amount of improvement expected. Danger
Won on debut beating subsequent winners, so ought to be competitive here with any amount of improvement expected. Danger
Impressive winner of his last start and capable of going in again if showing the pace he did on that occasion. One to beat
Impressive winner of his last start and capable of going in again if showing the pace he did on that occasion. One to beat
Has the benefit of greater experience, which should stand him in good stead, but will need to raise his game to play a role. Outsider of the field
Has the benefit of greater experience, which should stand him in good stead, but will need to raise his game to play a role. Outsider of the field
Likely to improve after a creditable debut 2nd. Would have gained plenty from that experience, so can make her presence felt here
Likely to improve after a creditable debut 2nd. Would have gained plenty from that experience, so can make her presence felt here
Finished an encouraging 3rd on debut and ought to have come on for that experience. Should have a role to play
Finished an encouraging 3rd on debut and ought to have come on for that experience. Should have a role to play
Made good improvement from her first to her second start, so could get a look in here with further progress
Made good improvement from her first to her second start, so could get a look in here with further progress
THE FIXER (2) blitzed his rivals to win by eight lengths last time and could follow up here with a repeat of that performance. ZORKEN (1) got the better of a decent field when winning on debut and, with any improvement, is likely to fight for victory. Both TANIS (5) and BALSAM (4) could prove best of the rest after encouraging introductions.
Has been disappointing after finishing 2nd in a Listed race in October. Did not go unnoticed when 4th on his reappearance but has to carry a lot of weight on his handicap debut
Has been disappointing after finishing 2nd in a Listed race in October. Did not go unnoticed when 4th on his reappearance but has to carry a lot of weight on his handicap debut
Runner-up in a Quinte at this track recently and expected to play another leading role with a repeat of that effort. High on the shortlist
Runner-up in a Quinte at this track recently and expected to play another leading role with a repeat of that effort. High on the shortlist
Improved 3rd last time in just his second start since 2021. Still lightly raced so remains open to improvement, though will need to do so to get involved in his first start at handicap level
Improved 3rd last time in just his second start since 2021. Still lightly raced so remains open to improvement, though will need to do so to get involved in his first start at handicap level
Has finished 2nd in Quinte+ races on both turf and PSF. Absent since November but will not be far off if sharp enough on his return
Has finished 2nd in Quinte+ races on both turf and PSF. Absent since November but will not be far off if sharp enough on his return
Consistent veteran with solid form references at this level last year. Absent since November but does run well fresh and with blinkers fitted, so must be included
Consistent veteran with solid form references at this level last year. Absent since November but does run well fresh and with blinkers fitted, so must be included
Caught the eye when 4th over this course and distance last time in just his second start of the year. Should have a say at peak fitness now
Caught the eye when 4th over this course and distance last time in just his second start of the year. Should have a say at peak fitness now
Finished a close-up 4th on his reappearance to Mademoiselle Rose, who won the Val d'Or. Starts at handicap level off an interesting mark and will favour heavy ground, dark horse
Finished a close-up 4th on his reappearance to Mademoiselle Rose, who won the Val d'Or. Starts at handicap level off an interesting mark and will favour heavy ground, dark horse
Showed signs of improvement at Compiegne recently but has failed in both outings at this level previously. Favoured by heavy ground but has it all to do in this grade
Showed signs of improvement at Compiegne recently but has failed in both outings at this level previously. Favoured by heavy ground but has it all to do in this grade
Has been found wanting in each of his 3 starts at this level and is probably still too high in the weights to be competitive. For another day
Has been found wanting in each of his 3 starts at this level and is probably still too high in the weights to be competitive. For another day
Reassured with a good 5th last time in her second start of the year and could get involved with further progress, though heavy ground wouldn't do her chances any favours. Outsider
Reassured with a good 5th last time in her second start of the year and could get involved with further progress, though heavy ground wouldn't do her chances any favours. Outsider
Won a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat in March but has failed to confirm under a penalty in both subsequent outings and is unlikely to trouble the judge in his first start at this level either
Won a handicap at Bordeaux-Le Bouscat in March but has failed to confirm under a penalty in both subsequent outings and is unlikely to trouble the judge in his first start at this level either
In good form since resuming this year, finishing 2nd in consecutive starts after a comeback 3rd. Ought to be in the mix again
In good form since resuming this year, finishing 2nd in consecutive starts after a comeback 3rd. Ought to be in the mix again
Last-start winner at ParisLongchamp and, while the distance could be a touch on the short side, is capable of getting involved
Last-start winner at ParisLongchamp and, while the distance could be a touch on the short side, is capable of getting involved
Good winner at Deauville in his first start of the year but has flattered to deceive in both starts since and is probably more effective on PSF. Others preferred
Good winner at Deauville in his first start of the year but has flattered to deceive in both starts since and is probably more effective on PSF. Others preferred
Was 4th at Compiegne 2 starts back but unable to confirm at Chantilly last time, albeit over a distance short of his best. Can compete for a place
Was 4th at Compiegne 2 starts back but unable to confirm at Chantilly last time, albeit over a distance short of his best. Can compete for a place
Unplaced in all 3 outings at this level but has not finished far off the mark in each. Finished 3rd at a lower level last time but could get into the picture here, so a good outsider
Unplaced in all 3 outings at this level but has not finished far off the mark in each. Finished 3rd at a lower level last time but could get into the picture here, so a good outsider
ROCK BLANC (2) has recorded an impressive nine wins from 25 starts and finished 2nd in a similar contest at this course last time, so gets the nod to go one better. HIGHBARI (6) has run well in both comeback outings this year and will lead the opposition in the company of Waldemar Hickst-trained runners KABIR (5) and LAMENTO (4). Last-start winner YOU ROCK (13), despite his wide No 15 starting stall, and consistent AFRICAN GRAY (12) are also capable of making their presence felt. BEVAN (16) appeals most of the remainder.
Was a convincing winner on the day of his reappearance and can go in again with improved fitness on his side. Follow
Was a convincing winner on the day of his reappearance and can go in again with improved fitness on his side. Follow
Inconsistent but capable veteran who continues to blow hot and cold. Hard to trust but as hard to rule out
Inconsistent but capable veteran who continues to blow hot and cold. Hard to trust but as hard to rule out
Finished runner-up in a similar contest last time and should be competitive here with a repeat of that performance. Respected
Finished runner-up in a similar contest last time and should be competitive here with a repeat of that performance. Respected
Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period now, so can be ruled out. Outsider
Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period now, so can be ruled out. Outsider
Unreliable filly but is quite capable of getting a look in here in a race like this. Has a minor role only
Unreliable filly but is quite capable of getting a look in here in a race like this. Has a minor role only
Bounced back to form with a good 2nd over a lot further last time and should have a role to play if confirming that improvement over this trip. Keep safe
Bounced back to form with a good 2nd over a lot further last time and should have a role to play if confirming that improvement over this trip. Keep safe
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of staking a claim in a race of this nature. Could have a say
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of staking a claim in a race of this nature. Could have a say
Inconsistent but capable mare who has won 2 of her last 3 starts. Continues to blow hot and cold but is as hard to trust but as she is to rule out
Inconsistent but capable mare who has won 2 of her last 3 starts. Continues to blow hot and cold but is as hard to trust but as she is to rule out
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Erractic vetrean, usually an 'all-or-nothing' type. Capable of popping up too inconsistent to warrant inclusion here
Erractic vetrean, usually an 'all-or-nothing' type. Capable of popping up too inconsistent to warrant inclusion here
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period, so can be ruled out. Overlook
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period, so can be ruled out. Overlook
REVENTADOR (1) made a winning reappearance on the turf at Strasbourg last month and a 2,5kg penalty may not be enough to prevent him from following up here. NEROKAS (3) has legitimate claims too after bouncing back to fork with a good 2nd last time and could emerge as the biggest danger to the selection. SCREEN SHOT (6) can get into the picture too, along with MORSAN (7), who is at ease on rain-affected tracks. EL MANIFICO (2), RIHAMA (8) and AJSAMAN (9) complete the shortlist.
Last-start winner who confirmed the promise of his debut 2nd. Should have more to offer
Last-start winner who confirmed the promise of his debut 2nd. Should have more to offer
Impressive debut winner who is open to any amount of improvement, so best kept onside
Impressive debut winner who is open to any amount of improvement, so best kept onside
Has the form and experience to make his presence felt. More of a place chance than a winning one, though
Has the form and experience to make his presence felt. More of a place chance than a winning one, though
Nothing noteworthy to his name to warrant consideration in this grade/company. Others preferred
Nothing noteworthy to his name to warrant consideration in this grade/company. Others preferred
Unplaced in a Listed race last time but has legitimate claims back at this level. Respected
Unplaced in a Listed race last time but has legitimate claims back at this level. Respected
The are several possibilities in despite the low number of starters. BROADFIELD (1), however, has done very little wrong and it could pay to follow his progress up in class here. He will, though, have to thwart the likely challenge of debut winner HIGH RECORD (2), who is open to any amount of improvement, and NOT ALONE (5) who drops in class having run in a Listed race last time. TAYBET (3) completes the shortlist.
Reassured with a good 3rd in his second run back last time and in similar form should be competitive here
Reassured with a good 3rd in his second run back last time and in similar form should be competitive here
Has run well in two very competitive races recently at a higher level and ought to fare better in this grade/company
Has run well in two very competitive races recently at a higher level and ought to fare better in this grade/company
Bounced back to form with a last-start success and is capable of staking a claim again despite a resultant penalty
Bounced back to form with a last-start success and is capable of staking a claim again despite a resultant penalty
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Consistent sort with solid form credentials, so has legitimate claims on handicap debut. Keep safe
Consistent sort with solid form credentials, so has legitimate claims on handicap debut. Keep safe
Consistent prior to the winter break but unlikely to fully tuned on her reappearance after a layoff. Watch for now
Consistent prior to the winter break but unlikely to fully tuned on her reappearance after a layoff. Watch for now
Inconsistent filly who can pop up on her day. Is hard to trust but as hard to rule out
Inconsistent filly who can pop up on her day. Is hard to trust but as hard to rule out
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of playing a minor role in a race of this nature. Lurker
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of playing a minor role in a race of this nature. Lurker
Rewarded for consistency with a last-start victory and can defy a penalty to play an active role
Rewarded for consistency with a last-start victory and can defy a penalty to play an active role
Confirmed recent improvement by winning last time and, even under a penalty, can get into the picture here
Confirmed recent improvement by winning last time and, even under a penalty, can get into the picture here
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period and can be ruled out
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period and can be ruled out
AHA (2) has proved herself in handicaps at a higher level so ought to be competitive for victory in a race of this nature. Improving LUCKY CHARLIE (1) will lead the opposition along with consistent ANTE POST (5), who reverts to this category with legitimate ambitions. Last-start winners KER STORMY (3), SALLINE DE HORABLE (10) and SHANGHAI SPIRIT (9) are all capable of staking a claim despite their penalties.
Capable veteran who has won 2 of his last 3 starts in this grade. Dominant winner of his last start at this level and likely to go well again
Capable veteran who has won 2 of his last 3 starts in this grade. Dominant winner of his last start at this level and likely to go well again
Consistent performer in this category and reassured with an improved 2nd last time. Will have a role to play
Consistent performer in this category and reassured with an improved 2nd last time. Will have a role to play
Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period and can be ruled out
Nothing noteworthy to his name for a considerable period and can be ruled out
Consistent sort with solid recent form and who should have a say in the finish at this level. One to beat
Consistent sort with solid recent form and who should have a say in the finish at this level. One to beat
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so chances limited even at this level
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so chances limited even at this level
Unplaced in consecutive starts over hurdles but did finish 2nd on the flat in his previous outing. Respected back on the flat
Unplaced in consecutive starts over hurdles but did finish 2nd on the flat in his previous outing. Respected back on the flat
Winner on her reappearance but has failed to confirm in both subsequent outings. Needs to reaffirm
Winner on her reappearance but has failed to confirm in both subsequent outings. Needs to reaffirm
Consistent KALAOS (4) has been threatening to win again recently and it could pay to side with him adding to his tally here. AUENWOLF (1), however, ridiculed his opposition last time and is likely to fight for victory. ROYAL MONARCH (6) reverts to the flat after 2 starts over hurdles and is capable of giving cheek to both. Never beaten further than 3rd at this level, KAPTAIN NORDIK (2) cannot be discounted either. Good race!
Inconsistent veteran who has blown hot and cold recently. Could get into the mix again but cannot be trusted with any confidence
Inconsistent veteran who has blown hot and cold recently. Could get into the mix again but cannot be trusted with any confidence
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Nothing noteworthy to his name this year since resuming after the winter. Can be ruled out
Nothing noteworthy to his name this year since resuming after the winter. Can be ruled out
Inconsistent veteran mare who continues to blow hot and cold. Not written off but has it all to do from the widest draw
Inconsistent veteran mare who continues to blow hot and cold. Not written off but has it all to do from the widest draw
Winner 2 starts back and ran well again in defeat when 2nd under a penalty last time. Include
Winner 2 starts back and ran well again in defeat when 2nd under a penalty last time. Include
Bounced back to form when 2nd last time in his second run of the year. At peak fitness with Maxime Guyon engaged, he should take an active part
Bounced back to form when 2nd last time in his second run of the year. At peak fitness with Maxime Guyon engaged, he should take an active part
Reassured with an improved 4th last time could get into the picture here if confirming. Dark horse
Reassured with an improved 4th last time could get into the picture here if confirming. Dark horse
Undeniably capable and seldom far off the mark too, but needs to improve to play a role in this race. Outsider
Undeniably capable and seldom far off the mark too, but needs to improve to play a role in this race. Outsider
Showed signs of improvement when finishing 4th last time but will need to eke more progress to have a say
Showed signs of improvement when finishing 4th last time but will need to eke more progress to have a say
Has not been finishing far off the mark in stronger races/company recently and at this level ought to make his presence felt
Has not been finishing far off the mark in stronger races/company recently and at this level ought to make his presence felt
Sparingly raced of late and was unplaced in his only start last season. Hard to make a case for returning from another layoff
Sparingly raced of late and was unplaced in his only start last season. Hard to make a case for returning from another layoff
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of staking a claim in a race like this from pole position. Respect
Unreliable sort but is quite capable of staking a claim in a race like this from pole position. Respect
Out of sorts but continues to drop in the weights/class, so could resurface at this level. Can bounce back
Out of sorts but continues to drop in the weights/class, so could resurface at this level. Can bounce back
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Has been struggling for form and consistency for some time now so is unlikely to trouble the judge
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period and can be ruled out. Overlook
Nothing noteworthy to her name for a considerable period and can be ruled out. Overlook
Was in good knick heading into the winter break. Unlikely to be fully tuned on her reappearance but not discounted either
Was in good knick heading into the winter break. Unlikely to be fully tuned on her reappearance but not discounted either
Inconsistent mare who continues to blow hot and cold. Hard to trust but hard to rule out
Inconsistent mare who continues to blow hot and cold. Hard to trust but hard to rule out
Many with chances in a trappy concluding event. AVRILOMANOIR (13) has, admittedly, been out of sorts but he did run better last time than his finishing position (9th) would suggest, so is a speculative selection here ahead of POLMINHAC (10), who has not gone unnoticed in better/stronger races this term, and in-form BLACK CESS (5). Both DELTA SPIRIT (6) and L'AIR DU TEMPS (12) have the means necessary to make their presence felt too. The shortlist is completed by NOBLE AMBER (17) and returning GRAIN DE POUSSIERE (16).
