15:50 Toulouse
R. Catusse Maiden Stakes
Flat
• 1200m
• €23,000
• 11
C
2 yrs
452640
Battle-hardened colt whose experience and form over this distance on turf stands him in good stead. Shouldn't be hastily condemned for finishing unplaced (10th) on PSF at Pau over 1400m on 19 October - not taken lightly
G Ardrino
€6,325
C
2 yrs
245926
Experienced colt with consistent references/form credentials, especially on turf. Didn't go unnoticed when 6th on PSF over 1400m at Pau on 19 October but should fare better on this surface
D Provost/jc Haimet
€12,640
C
2 yrs
6347
Capable colt whose last start (7th) on 19 October over 1400m at Pau in his first outing on PSF isn't an accurate reflection of his ability. Has the form and experience to make his presence felt back on the turf - keep safe
J Gimenez
€3,910
F
2 yrs
33
Promising filly with untapped potential and scope for improvement. Has acquitted herself well in two starts in well-composed fields, finishing 3rd on both occasions - the latest over 1600m at Clairefontaine on 22 October
G Augustin-Normand
€10,000
F
2 yrs
0083
Finished a career-best 3rd in first-time headgear (retained here) on heavy ground over 1400m at Haras du Pin on 27 October. Needs to confirm that improvement
Jm De Freitas Oliveira
€0
F
2 yrs
523
Unexposed filly with undeniable means and solid form references, albeit over further. Finished a good 3rd over 1700m at Marseille-Borely on 28 September
Gribomont/augustin-normand/sud
€8,900
F
2 yrs
98
Made no impression on debut at Tarbes (9th) and finished unplaced (8th) over 1200m at Dax on 6 October. Others preferred
P Mano
€0
F
2 yrs
78
Unplaced in both starts, the latest (8th) with blinkers fitted over 1000m at La Teste on 10 April. Races without headgear on her reappearance and is best watched for now
Mme A Chopard/o De Montzey
€0
F
2 yrs
945
Improved in 2 starts recent outings with headgear fitted (retained) and didn't go unnoticed when finishing 5th over 1200m at Dax on 6 October. More needed
N Souchon/a Chopard/g Lemer
€1,406
F
2 yrs
3424
Consistent, lightly raced filly with room for improvement and sound references/form credentials. Showed her form and well-being when finishing a good 4th over 1200m at Dax on 26 July - respected on her reappearance
Oceanic Bloodstock Sarl
€10,350
F
2 yrs
323569
Experienced filly with sound references but has proven most effective/competitive in the claiming category. Finished unplaced (9th) over 1400m on PSF at Pau on 19 October - improvement needed back on turf
Take Five Sas
€10,800
Race Overview
MARQUES (4) has finished 3rd in both starts and needn't improve much over this shorter trip to open her account. VALMACCA (6) fits a similar profile and will be competitive for the leading places. Consistent BUFFALO WOMAN (10) has the means to join that fight for victory and isn't taken lightly on her reappearance. FUSEE DE PORCHE (1), who will appreciate the return to 1200m, has podium ambitions.
Selection:
4 - 6 - 10