L'HIPPOCAMPE (4) missed the placings two starts back then ran a better race and finished 1.3 lengths away in fourth last time out over 1900m at Deauville All Weather. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. PIERRE LE GRAND (6) started at $5.40 last time and ran below expectations, finishing seventh and beaten 3 lengths at Marseille Vivaux over 2600m. Worth noting Maxime Guyon goes aboard. Taking on a better line-up this time but he cannot be underestimated. SAN TEODORICO (3) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a strong race last time out, finishing second and beaten only 1.3 lengths over 1900m at this track. Likely improver with strong prospects. BAILEYS ECLAIR (13) performed above expectations when resuming last time over 1900m at this track, finishing a nose from the winner in second after starting at huge odds. Hugo Boutin stays on. Must be respected.