With under 10 days to go to the 100th edition of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, we take a look at the likely runners in what is set to be a relatively small field.
Edit: Godolphin posted an update this morning to confirm Adayar’s participation, so this article has been updated.
1. Tarnawa 5/2 – Confirmed
This has been the target all season and Soumillon is back on board.
2. Adayar 4-1 – Confirmed
The choice of Buick and the leading colt. He will be supplemented according to Godolphin today (link).
3. Hurricane Lane 6-1 – Likely
Looks very likely to return to the scene of his Grand Prix de Paris win but his trainer may not field both stars. Could be a late decision.
4. Snowfall 6-1 – Confirmed
Sure to prefer a stronger pace but questions to answer.
5. Chrono Genesis 10-1 – Confirmed
Oisin Murphy tries to deliver a famous win for Japan and she was unlucky at Meydan this spring.
6. Teona 16-1 – Likely
Will not run if soft but connections likely to roll the dice again.
7. Deep Bond 20-1 – Confirmed
Demuro defends his Arc title but will he be vulnerable to quicker finishers?
8. Alenquer 25-1 – Confirmed
Stays well and the type to run on into a place.
9. Love 25-1 – Confirmed
Running well this season but has lost her sparkle.
10. Sealiway 25-1 – Confirmed
Could be France’s only dart, not sure to love new trip.
11. Broome 50-1 – Confirmed
Would like it softer than on Arc Trials weekend. Outclassed.
12. Torquator Tasso 50-1 – Confirmed
Germany’s leading middle distance horse but with questionable form.
13. Japan 66-1 – Possible
Could be the pace for Snowfall.
14. Mogul 80-1 – Possible
Could be the pace for Snowfall.
15. Bubble Gift 80-1 – Possible
Connections not sure with Prix Niel winner, might run abroad.
