Has regained momentum recently in back-to-back outings with this (plated) shoe-fitting, the latest (5th) over 2700m at La Capelle on 7 July. Dark horse

A fast finisher with the undeniable means to win a race of this nature, especially on the evidence of his last start (2nd) over 2700m at La Capelle on 7 July. High on the shortlist

Consistent hard-knocking veteran with sound references/form credentials, including a last-start 4th at Montier-en-Der over 3025m on 20 July. Keep safe

Confirmed in the claiming category and has been found wanting at this level recently - finished 10th in a 3025m harness race at Montier-en-Dier on 20 July

Prolific, ultra-consistent performer who is ideally engaged under these conditions (the highest earner in the race and favourably positioned in front at the start). Acquitted himself well when finishing 6th over 2150m in a significantly stronger race at Enghien on 20 July - sets the standard

Has looked out of sorts in 4 starts this year after a lengthy (2-year) absence. Soundly beaten (13th) over 2750m at La Capelle on 12 July

Well-beaten 13th in a 2750m Quinte+ at Cabourg on 19 July but ought to fare a lot better here in a race considerably weaker than that. Candidate for success

Unplaced in 4 consecutive comeback appearances following a 5-month absence, the latest (8th) over 2800m at Bernay on 28 July. Others preferred

Consistent hard-knocking veteran whose form and physical condition are assured - confirmed as much with a creditable 5th over 2625m at Saint-Jean-de-Monts on 28 July. Not taken lightly

Consistent for the most part - seldom far off the mark - and shouldn't be hastily condemned for his 13th at Brehal over 2850m on 22 July. Capable of better

A model of consistency with proven form/references at this level (and in a higher grade), including an encouraging 2nd over 2700m at La Capelle on 22 July. Winning chance