The action this Tuesday stretches across the English Channel, with Sky Sports Racing turning its lenses toward four key venues: Chantilly in France, and Yarmouth, Southwell, and Lingfield in the United Kingdom. While each track offers its own storylines, the centerpiece of the day is poised to be the Listed Prix de Suresnes at Chantilly, a race that will see five horses line up, including two prominent entrants from the French Derby, also known as the Prix du Jockey Club, namely Montreal and Dolmalan. Looking back at last year’s edition of the Prix de Suresnes, it proved to be a valuable stepping‑stone for several future stars. The winner, Nitoi, went on to contest the Prix du Jockey Club, while the runner‑up, Leffard, and the fourth‑placed Azimpour also earned spots in that classic.
Third‑place finisher New Ground earned a start in the Epsom Derby, and Juwelier, who finished fifth, later placed second in the Saratoga Derby, underscoring the race’s reputation as a launchpad for high‑class middle‑distance talent. Turning to the French side, the Aga Khan Stud appears to have a new hot prospect in Dolmalan. The colt is unbeaten in his first two starts and arrives at Chantilly fresh off a victory on the same course, suggesting he is in peak condition and ready to add another win to his record. His pedigree and early form make him a strong candidate to challenge for the prize.
Equally intriguing is Montreal, a product of the Aidan O'Brien stable. The Irish‑trained runner is currently priced at 16/1 for the Betfred Derby, indicating that punters see him as a potential classic contender. A solid performance at Chantilly could boost his credentials and move him further up the betting ladder for the British Derby later in the season. Also featuring is Martagny, who shares ownership with Leffard.
With two victories already to his name, Martagny brings valuable experience to the field and could use his proven ability to navigate the Chantilly track to his advantage. On the British side, the £13,000 handicap at Lingfield showcases Lady Mariko, a mare who has been on an upward trajectory. After a convincing win at Kempton, she received a six‑pound penalty, moving her rating from 74 to 80. Despite the added weight, she remains a strong contender, having demonstrated her class earlier in the month with a third career win in a plate race under James Doyle.
The handicapper’s decision to raise her rating makes today’s assignment more challenging, but also more exciting for spectators. Among the remaining runners, Bridget’s View stands out with a rating of 86 and a notable win in December. That victory saw her defeat Stateira, who subsequently triumphed at the All‑Weather Finals Day in the Fillies’ and Mares’ Championships at Newcastle, highlighting Bridget’s View’s latent quality.
The third race on the card is the Follow @attheraces On Instagram Handicap, featuring Eternal Solace against ten rivals. This filly, a daughter of Tasleet, is still relatively untested, having only eight starts to date, but she has already secured two wins—one at Brighton and another in October over today’s distance at the same venue.
Although she has not won recently, she finished a close second in the All‑Weather 3‑Year‑Old Championships at Newcastle earlier in the month, indicating she is in good form and capable of competing at a higher level. Another notable entrant is Bone Marra, who carries a five‑pound penalty after winning at Wolverhampton in November. The winter break in his recent schedule could serve as a beneficial rest period, and his connections are likely hoping that he will emerge stronger and pose a serious threat in the handicap.
Lastly, the field includes Comprador, a full sibling of Trillium, the winner of the Flying Childers Stakes at Doncaster. Comprador is a three‑race maiden making her debut in a handicap, and while she lacks racing experience, her pedigree suggests she could be a dark horse worth watching. Overall, Tuesday’s card offers a blend of proven talent, emerging prospects, and intriguing storylines across both sides of the Channel. The Prix de Suresnes at Chantilly will likely provide a glimpse of the next generation of classic contenders, while the British handicaps will showcase local talent aiming to climb the ranks.
Fans can expect a day filled with competitive racing, strategic jockeyship, and the ever‑present possibility of an upset or a breakout performance that could shape the remainder of the season’s narrative.