LARZAC DU MATHAN (1) was returning from a layoff last start when he came to grief in a hurdle (3600m) at this track. That run was the first for the Arnaud Chaille-Chaille & Francois Pamart stable. Tough to beat if he gets it right. RAFFLES CIPRIANI (3) made his debut in a hurdle over 3600m at Compiegne nearly four weeks ago, finishing fourth and beaten 6 lengths at $20. Same rider Bryony Frost aboard. Likely improver who looks a key runner. LUREKA DU NOYER (5) made his debut in a hurdle over 3600m at Compiegne nearly four weeks ago, finishing fifth and beaten 6 lengths at $15. Same jockey Leo-Paul Brechet engaged. Has upside and may pay to follow. LIBRE ARBITRE (2) was unplaced two back in a hurdle (3600m) at Compiegne. Found the frame last start in a much better performance in a hurdle (3400m) at Dieppe, beaten 5.5 lengths. Will be there at the finish.