2.15 2m. 7f. 79yds. 17 Declared. Prix du President de la Republique Chase (Grade 3 Handicap) of €255,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €160,650.00 2nd - €51,000.00 3rd - €25,500.00 4th - €17,850.00
Formscan - BATAME DU BOCAGE (16) is getting better with race experience having scored over fences on the last two runs in lower grade races. She can make more progress and score at generous odds in this better race. FLANKER (6) will not make it easy for the selection. He was a decent third in a Listed chase at this track when last seen and won over hurdles before that at this venue. CALIGRAMME (10) has a nice racing weight and is the best option each way. SHOWLY (11) makes up the shortlist.