Pau 01 December 2023
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Acquired for €110,000 during the summer of 2022, this Churchill colt is a candidate for success. Keep safe
Acquired for €110,000 during the summer of 2022, this Churchill colt is a candidate for success. Keep safe
Well-bred Lope De Vega colt, closely related to Group III winner Zorna. Another candidate for success here
Well-bred Lope De Vega colt, closely related to Group III winner Zorna. Another candidate for success here
Seahenge colt on debut for trainer and owner Ion Elarre Alvarez, who has engaged Anthony Crastus to ride. Outsider
Seahenge colt on debut for trainer and owner Ion Elarre Alvarez, who has engaged Anthony Crastus to ride. Outsider
A gelded son of Whipper making his debut for trainer and owner Jean-Luc Pelletan, who has engaged Emilien Revolte to ride. Outsider
A gelded son of Whipper making his debut for trainer and owner Jean-Luc Pelletan, who has engaged Emilien Revolte to ride. Outsider
Oasis Dream colt to be ridden on debut by Mickael Forest for trainer Simone Brogi. Not taken lightly
Oasis Dream colt to be ridden on debut by Mickael Forest for trainer Simone Brogi. Not taken lightly
Well-bred Francois Rohaut-trained Dabirsim filly with an attractive pedigree. Not taken lightly with Valentin Seguy engaged to ride
Well-bred Francois Rohaut-trained Dabirsim filly with an attractive pedigree. Not taken lightly with Valentin Seguy engaged to ride
Shalaa debutante from the stable of Francois Rohaut, who has engaged Matthias Lauron to ride. One to note
Shalaa debutante from the stable of Francois Rohaut, who has engaged Matthias Lauron to ride. One to note
This Advertise debutante is the foal of Group III winner Ilanga. Bought for €75,000 as a yearling and is likely to go well on debut
This Advertise debutante is the foal of Group III winner Ilanga. Bought for €75,000 as a yearling and is likely to go well on debut
Well-bred De Treville filly related to Grand Prix de Paris runner-up Slalom. Makes plenty appeal on paper
Well-bred De Treville filly related to Grand Prix de Paris runner-up Slalom. Makes plenty appeal on paper
Well-bred Toronado filly related to Group III winner Xanadou. One of three from the stable of Jean-Claude Rouget
Well-bred Toronado filly related to Group III winner Xanadou. One of three from the stable of Jean-Claude Rouget
Enrique Leon Penate-trained Due Diligence filly to be ridden on debut by Marlene Meyer, who has a 1,5kg allowance
Enrique Leon Penate-trained Due Diligence filly to be ridden on debut by Marlene Meyer, who has a 1,5kg allowance
An opening event for unraced two-year-olds in which Jean-Claude Rouget is strongly represented with 3 runners and likely to dominate, with ZWEIG (1) slightly preferred ahead of stable companion GARCILASO (2), who is well bred. AYALA (8) is also likely to go well on debut in the colors of the Pilarski family. The third string to the Rouget bow, ES XARCU (10), should not be underestimated either.
Has improved with each outing and finished 3rd at this venue in her latest start last month. Not taken lightly
Has improved with each outing and finished 3rd at this venue in her latest start last month. Not taken lightly
Only narrowly beaten by a good filly when finishing 2nd at Toulouse lst time out. Repeat of that performance here will maek her hard to beat
Only narrowly beaten by a good filly when finishing 2nd at Toulouse lst time out. Repeat of that performance here will maek her hard to beat
Has not shown anything to get excited about in her three outings, finishing unplaced on each occasion. Others preferred
Has not shown anything to get excited about in her three outings, finishing unplaced on each occasion. Others preferred
Would have gained plenty from the experience of her debut (8th) but is best watched for now. Others preferred
Would have gained plenty from the experience of her debut (8th) but is best watched for now. Others preferred
Inconsistent and was disappointing recently at Pornichet, having finished 4th here in her prior outing. Outsider
Inconsistent and was disappointing recently at Pornichet, having finished 4th here in her prior outing. Outsider
Showed some signs of improvement last time (5th) after a modest debut 7th. More needed, so best watched for now
Showed some signs of improvement last time (5th) after a modest debut 7th. More needed, so best watched for now
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
Changed hands after winning a claiming race at Clairefontaine this summer and finished 5th at Le Mans in her first start for new connections. Has leading claims here
Changed hands after winning a claiming race at Clairefontaine this summer and finished 5th at Le Mans in her first start for new connections. Has leading claims here
Finished an encouraging 4th on debut at Tarbes and would have improved with the benefit of that experience. Keep safe
Finished an encouraging 4th on debut at Tarbes and would have improved with the benefit of that experience. Keep safe
Well-related Penny's Picnic debutante related to Son Cesio, a three-time Group winner. One to note on debut
Well-related Penny's Picnic debutante related to Son Cesio, a three-time Group winner. One to note on debut
Alexandre Lartigau-trained Toronado filly to be ridden on debut by Maxime Foulon. Best just to watch for now
Alexandre Lartigau-trained Toronado filly to be ridden on debut by Maxime Foulon. Best just to watch for now
LINA (2) improved to be only narrowly beaten at Toulouse in October and will be difficult to beat if reproducing that performance here. LADY OF NABEUL (8) has the form and experience to pose a threat, so warrants respect. SOLENA (9) finished an encouraging 4th on debut and is likely to improve with the benefit of that outing, so also has legitimate claims for a spot on the podium. ANTARES (1) and SILPENY (10) complete 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
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Finished 4th here two starts back and on that form could have a role to play, despite starting from the widest stall
Finished 4th here two starts back and on that form could have a role to play, despite starting from the widest stall
Finished 2nd and 3rd in two previous outings before fluffing his lines over 1600m last time. Ought to do better stretching back out to this distance
Finished 2nd and 3rd in two previous outings before fluffing his lines over 1600m last time. Ought to do better stretching back out to this distance
Inconsistent but did finish 2nd three starts back and was a winner four outings ago. Unreliable but not incapable of having a say
Inconsistent but did finish 2nd three starts back and was a winner four outings ago. Unreliable but not incapable of having a say
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Seldom far off the mark and finished 5th over 1600m last time. Can get into the picture going 2000m now
Seldom far off the mark and finished 5th over 1600m last time. Can get into the picture going 2000m now
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
Lines up here in good form and physical condition. Capable of recapturing the winning thread from a favourable starting stall
Lines up here in good form and physical condition. Capable of recapturing the winning thread from a favourable starting stall
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
Inconsistent but did finish 2nd here last year, so is not incapable of getting into the picture. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Inconsistent but did finish 2nd here last year, so is not incapable of getting into the picture. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Winner four starts back but has struggled since, finishing unplaced in 3 consecutive outings. Needs to reaffirm
Winner four starts back but has struggled since, finishing unplaced in 3 consecutive outings. Needs to reaffirm
Has been holding form at a lower level but faces a tougher task now, so others are preferred. Watch for now
Has been holding form at a lower level but faces a tougher task now, so others are preferred. Watch for now
Has maintained a good level of form and consistency for new connections, never finishing out of the first four since joining Frederic Sanchez. Keep safe
Has maintained a good level of form and consistency for new connections, never finishing out of the first four since joining Frederic Sanchez. Keep safe
Unreliable but has won twice at this course, so is not incapable of staking a claim here judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Unreliable but has won twice at this course, so is not incapable of staking a claim here judged on his best references. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now, so her chances are limited even at this level. Ignore
LIEBE KINDER (9) has finished 2nd in three of his last five outings, including in two consecutive starts recently, so wouldn't be winning out of turn and he is good value to reconnect with success here. JUSTE BERE (4) let the side down over 1600m last time but is better than that effort suggests and, on the strength of his earlier form, should bounce back over this distance to pose a threat. BLACK GAIA (3) is drawn widest of all but has the means to stake a claim too. PEDROZIO (14) and LA CATELLA (7) are also capable of getting involved.
Consistent filly with sound form references, including a handicap victory before finishing 3rd in a conditions race last time. Will be factor
Consistent filly with sound form references, including a handicap victory before finishing 3rd in a conditions race last time. Will be factor
Beaten for the first time in three starts at this track when 6th over 2000m recently. Could have a say over this trip
Beaten for the first time in three starts at this track when 6th over 2000m recently. Could have a say over this trip
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
Consistent for the most part and is competitive at this handicap value. Will make her presence felt
Consistent for the most part and is competitive at this handicap value. Will make her presence felt
Runner-up on his handicap debut over 2000m from an outside stall gate. Can open his account if as effective over this trip
Runner-up on his handicap debut over 2000m from an outside stall gate. Can open his account if as effective over this trip
Out of sorts but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Has only a place chance here in a race of this nature
Out of sorts but seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Has only a place chance here in a race of this nature
Has maintained a respectable level of form and consistency in minor events on the turf but has shown her limits on the PSF. Outsider
Has maintained a respectable level of form and consistency in minor events on the turf but has shown her limits on the PSF. Outsider
Capable sort who, judged on his 3rd over this course and distance two starts back, should have a role to play. Respected
Capable sort who, judged on his 3rd over this course and distance two starts back, should have a role to play. Respected
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Finished 3rd at Bordeaux over 2400m recently and remains unexposed on this surface - his one run on PSF yielded a 6th. Not taken lightly
Finished 3rd at Bordeaux over 2400m recently and remains unexposed on this surface - his one run on PSF yielded a 6th. Not taken lightly
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now so her chances are limited, even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now so her chances are limited, even at this level. Ignore
Inconsistent, more effective in claiming races and has no references on this surface. Best just to watch for now
Inconsistent, more effective in claiming races and has no references on this surface. Best just to watch for now
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
In his last five starts, SPANISH LIGHT (5) has been 4th and 3rd twice before finishing 2nd in consecutive outings. He wouldn't be winning out of turn and is good value to open his account stretching out to this distance for this handicap. He will, however, have to thwart the likely challenge of top-weight THE TOP GATSBY (1), who will enjoy the benefit of Marlene Meyer's 1,5kg allowance, as well as LANCEUR D'ALERTE (8) who finished 3rd here 2 starts back and is better than his most recent outing suggests. MY HOPE (4) completes the shortlist.
Failed to confirm the improvement of his previous outing (4th) when only 5th last time but did not enjoy the run of the race on that occasion. Capable of better
Failed to confirm the improvement of his previous outing (4th) when only 5th last time but did not enjoy the run of the race on that occasion. Capable of better
Placed over 1200m in the United Kingdom so is dangerous to dismiss stretching out to this trip now. Beware
Placed over 1200m in the United Kingdom so is dangerous to dismiss stretching out to this trip now. Beware
Showed enough to work with when finishing 4th on debut and would have gained plenty from that experience. Dark horse
Showed enough to work with when finishing 4th on debut and would have gained plenty from that experience. Dark horse
Hard to make a case for having finished unplaced in both outings, so is best watched for now. Others preferred
Hard to make a case for having finished unplaced in both outings, so is best watched for now. Others preferred
Finished a much-improved 2nd at this venue last time after four modest outings. Should make his presence felt if confirming that progress
Finished a much-improved 2nd at this venue last time after four modest outings. Should make his presence felt if confirming that progress
Changed hands after improving to finish an encouraging 3rd at Deauville last time. Could have more to give
Changed hands after improving to finish an encouraging 3rd at Deauville last time. Could have more to give
Showed some improvement by finishing 6th last time after a modest 9th on debut. Can get into the picture if making further progress
Showed some improvement by finishing 6th last time after a modest 9th on debut. Can get into the picture if making further progress
Caught the eye with a fast-finishing 2nd after a tardy start on debut at Bordeaux. Should have more to offer
Caught the eye with a fast-finishing 2nd after a tardy start on debut at Bordeaux. Should have more to offer
Did not go unnoticed when finishing 6th debut and the form of that race has held up well. Will be wiser to the task
Did not go unnoticed when finishing 6th debut and the form of that race has held up well. Will be wiser to the task
Showed something to work with when finishing 5th on debut and would've come on with the benefit of that experience. Dark horse
Showed something to work with when finishing 5th on debut and would've come on with the benefit of that experience. Dark horse
Failed to confirm the promise of his debut 4th when only finishing 6th here last time over track and trip. Has scope to do better
Failed to confirm the promise of his debut 4th when only finishing 6th here last time over track and trip. Has scope to do better
Philippe Sogorb-trained Kheleyf gelding to note on debut with Anthony Crastus booked to ride. Not taken lightly
Philippe Sogorb-trained Kheleyf gelding to note on debut with Anthony Crastus booked to ride. Not taken lightly
Alexandre Gavilan rides this Panis gelding on debut for trainer Didier Guillemin. Best watched for now
Alexandre Gavilan rides this Panis gelding on debut for trainer Didier Guillemin. Best watched for now
Simone Brogi-trained Ultra colt making his debut with Anaelle Mekouche engaged to ride, with the 2,5kg allowance a help. Watch for now
Simone Brogi-trained Ultra colt making his debut with Anaelle Mekouche engaged to ride, with the 2,5kg allowance a help. Watch for now
LOUSTIC BERE (8) overcame a tardy start by running on to take a fast-finishing 2nd on debut at Bordeaux and will need only to jump on terms here to fight for success. MOTADARREK (9) is also likely to improve following a decent introduction in which he finished an encouraging 6th, so could pose a threat. EL KALBITO (5) improved in his last start to finish 2nd at this venue and ought to make his presence felt if building on that progress, while DELIRIUM TREMENS (6) appeals most of the remainder.
Likely to improve with the benefit of an introductory outing (6th) but is best watched for now. Others preferred
Likely to improve with the benefit of an introductory outing (6th) but is best watched for now. Others preferred
Caught the eye by running on to finish 3rd on debut and ought to have gained plenty from that experience. Should have more to offer
Caught the eye by running on to finish 3rd on debut and ought to have gained plenty from that experience. Should have more to offer
Has looked rather ordinary to this point so his chances are limited, even at this level. Ignore
Has looked rather ordinary to this point so his chances are limited, even at this level. Ignore
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 sort with sound form credentials, having never finished worse than 4th at Pau. Will be a factor
Consistent sort with sound form credentials, having never finished worse than 4th at Pau. Will be a factor
Seldom finishes far off the mark and is not incapable of getting into the picture, though has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and is not incapable of getting into the picture, though has no more than a place chance
Absent since last April having finished 5th in both outings. Has scope to improve with freshness on his side, so could well surprise
Absent since last April having finished 5th in both outings. Has scope to improve with freshness on his side, so could well surprise
Runner-up on debut in Madrid, Spain and is likely to improve on his first start on French soil. Respected
Runner-up on debut in Madrid, Spain and is likely to improve on his first start on French soil. Respected
Showed signs of improvement when finishing 4th last time but will need to raise her game to get a look in here
Showed signs of improvement when finishing 4th last time but will need to raise her game to get a look in here
Fetched €60,000 this summer having started her career in the United States. Finished 2nd last time before being disqualified and is good value to make amends here
Fetched €60,000 this summer having started her career in the United States. Finished 2nd last time before being disqualified and is good value to make amends here
Has looked rather ordinary in her two appearances this year, finishing 7trh on both occasions. Best watched for now
Has looked rather ordinary in her two appearances this year, finishing 7trh on both occasions. Best watched for now
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here so isn't likely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here so isn't likely to trouble the judge
Boasts the joint highest rating of the runners engaged in this race and has finished 2nd in two of her last three starts, including her most recent outing. Winning chance
Boasts the joint highest rating of the runners engaged in this race and has finished 2nd in two of her last three starts, including her most recent outing. Winning chance
Consistent filly with sound form references on the turf. Not one to be underestimated stepping onto PSF for the first time
Consistent filly with sound form references on the turf. Not one to be underestimated stepping onto PSF for the first time
Has shown signs of improvement in minor events recently so will need to raise her game even further to get a look in here
Has shown signs of improvement in minor events recently so will need to raise her game even further to get a look in here
Margot Romary, with the benefit of a 2,5kg allowance, rides this Battle of Marengo gelding on debut for owner and trainer Marion Fabre
Margot Romary, with the benefit of a 2,5kg allowance, rides this Battle of Marengo gelding on debut for owner and trainer Marion Fabre
LA MAZEL (10) started her career encouragingly on American racetracks and was disqualified after finishing 2nd in her first start on French soil. She needn't improve a great deal to open her account here and is taken to get the better of FULL COLOR (13), who has the form and form and experience to fight for victory. GOLDENSIM (5) would not be winning out of turn either and has the means to pose a threat too, which also applies to LE CORSAIRE (2) who finished 3rd on debut and should improve with the benefit of that experience.
Inconsistent of late and has to concede weight to all but is well drawn and has sufficient means to play a role in the finish. Respect
Inconsistent of late and has to concede weight to all but is well drawn and has sufficient means to play a role in the finish. Respect
Continues to blow hot and cold but is not devoid of resources. Not taken lightly in his first start at this venue
Continues to blow hot and cold but is not devoid of resources. Not taken lightly in his first start at this venue
Disappointed last time over 1600m but will appreciate this sterner test of stamina and ought to fare better for it. Keep safe
Disappointed last time over 1600m but will appreciate this sterner test of stamina and ought to fare better for it. Keep safe
Honest veteran who returned from a break when registering a fourth success at this venue last month. Will be even better suited to this distance
Honest veteran who returned from a break when registering a fourth success at this venue last month. Will be even better suited to this distance
Bounced back to form with a good 2nd at this course last month and should play a leading role here if confirming that improvement
Bounced back to form with a good 2nd at this course last month and should play a leading role here if confirming that improvement
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
Finished a reassuring 2nd last time when dropped back in distance to 2000m. Has to overcome a wide starting berth to have a say, but is capable of doing so
Finished a reassuring 2nd last time when dropped back in distance to 2000m. Has to overcome a wide starting berth to have a say, but is capable of doing so
Capable veteran. Not at his best recently but has sufficient means to make his presence felt in a race of this nature
Capable veteran. Not at his best recently but has sufficient means to make his presence felt in a race of this nature
Inconsistent although not incapable of staking a claim in a race of this nature. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Inconsistent although not incapable of staking a claim in a race of this nature. Hard to trust but is as hard to rule out
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here so isn't likely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here so isn't likely to trouble the judge
Seldom finishes far off the mark and is not incapable of getting into the picture, though has no more than a place chance
Seldom finishes far off the mark and is not incapable of getting into the picture, though has no more than a place chance
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now so his chances are limited, even at this level. Ignore
Has looked distinctly ordinary for some time now so his chances are limited, even at this level. Ignore
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
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
Out of sorts recently but did run well at this earlier in the year and does get along well with his rider Anthony Crastus. Not taken lightly
Out of sorts recently but did run well at this earlier in the year and does get along well with his rider Anthony Crastus. Not taken lightly
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here so isn't likely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or spark the improvement needed to be competitive here so isn't likely to trouble the judge
Veteran IS SUR TILLE (4) has lost little zest for racing and is a specialist on this surface. He made a winning return over 1600m last time out and is good value to defy a 2,5kg penalty by following up here over a distance he'll find more to his liking. BALEGRIO (5) and MA NOSTALGIE (7), despite starting from the widest barrier gate, are capable of posing a threat if confirming the improvement of their most recent outings. L'ARCHET (15) also has the means to have a say in the finish.
Consistent for the most part and boasts, by far, the highest rating of the runners engaged here. Will benefit from his rider's 2,5kg allowance and is well drawn in stall No 1, so not taken lightly
Consistent for the most part and boasts, by far, the highest rating of the runners engaged here. Will benefit from his rider's 2,5kg allowance and is well drawn in stall No 1, so not taken lightly
Unreliable though seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but isn't easily ruled out either
Unreliable though seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but isn't easily ruled out either
Has won twice at Pau and recently bounced back to form with a last-start 2nd. Ought to have a role to play
Has won twice at Pau and recently bounced back to form with a last-start 2nd. Ought to have a role to play
Honest and consistent veteran who was held up for a run before finishing an unlucky 3rd in the reference race won VALLEE D'ENFER (5). Has a winning chance
Honest and consistent veteran who was held up for a run before finishing an unlucky 3rd in the reference race won VALLEE D'ENFER (5). Has a winning chance
Won easily, beating both SWISS BANK (3) and ASCOT ANGEL (4), recently and is likely to play a leading role once more despite carrying a penalty
Won easily, beating both SWISS BANK (3) and ASCOT ANGEL (4), recently and is likely to play a leading role once more despite carrying a penalty
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Not easy to discount
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on her best references. Not easy to discount
Unreliable though seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but isn't easily ruled out either
Unreliable though seldom finishes far off the mark on a going day. Hard to trust but isn't easily ruled out either
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Has only a place chance though
Unreliable but not incapable of getting into the picture judged on his best references. Has only a place chance though
Maintained a respectable level of form and consistency before finishing unplaced last time out. Seldom finishes far off the mark, so could get a look in here
Maintained a respectable level of form and consistency before finishing unplaced last time out. Seldom finishes far off the mark, so could get a look in here
Inconsistent although not entirely incapable of getting into the picture in a race of this nature. Has more of a place chance than a winning one
Inconsistent although not entirely incapable of getting into the picture in a race of this nature. Has more of a place chance than a winning one
Finished 7th after consecutive victories before bouncing back to form with a good 3rd on this surface at Deauville last month. Candidate for success on that form in his first start at Pau
Finished 7th after consecutive victories before bouncing back to form with a good 3rd on this surface at Deauville last month. Candidate for success on that form in his first start at Pau
Struggling to regain any form or show signs of improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Struggling to regain any form or show signs of improvement needed to be competitive here, so unlikely to trouble the judge
Was a winner three starts back but has struggled to make an impression in his two starts since, finishing unplaced on both occasions. Others make more appeal
Was a winner three starts back but has struggled to make an impression in his two starts since, finishing unplaced on both occasions. Others make more appeal
Finished a creditable 5th at Toulouse last month and has well at this venue too, albeit without success. Dark horse
Finished a creditable 5th at Toulouse last month and has well at this venue too, albeit without success. Dark horse
Inconsistent last-start winner who, with a repeat of that performance, will remain competitive despite a 3kg penalty. Confirmation expected
Inconsistent last-start winner who, with a repeat of that performance, will remain competitive despite a 3kg penalty. Confirmation expected
Turned his fortunes around by winning a minor event off this mark last time, though is unlikely to repeat that feat here. Place chance only
Turned his fortunes around by winning a minor event off this mark last time, though is unlikely to repeat that feat here. Place chance only
ASCOT ANGEL (4), a three-time Quinte+ winner, finished an unlucky 3rd in the references race last month, having been held up for a run until too late. He's good value to turn the tables on VALLEE D'ENFER (5), who has a penalty to carry (2,5kg) but should remain competitive. NIGHTS ON BROADWAY (11) showed his form and well-being with a good 3rd at Deauville last time and should have a say here with a repeat of that performance. SWISS BANK (3) is also likely to make his presence felt. XARUN (15) appeals most of the remainder.
