Kate Tracey, Callum Helliwell and Sam Boswell gather on the Weekend Winners programme to dissect the most promising betting opportunities as the racing calendar heats up both domestically and overseas. Their conversation covers a wide range of upcoming contests, but as the episode draws to a close the panel turns its attention to the highly anticipated Prix Ganay, which will be broadcast live from Longchamp in Paris at 3:25 p.m.
on Sunday. The Prix Ganay, a Group 1 contest over ten furlongs, will feature six contenders vying for top honors.
The race is notable for having been won last season by Sosie, a horse that later finished third in the Arc de Triomphe, underscoring the quality of the field. This year, the spotlight returns to Daryz, who captured the Arc last term and now lines up under the tutelage of trainer Francis‑Henri Graffard. Also in the mix are Cualificar, Arrow Eagle and the mare Aventure, each hoping to upset the favourite. One of the panelists explains his reasoning: "I’m backing the favourite Daryz in the Prix Ganay on Sunday, even though he was beaten by my selection in his most recent outing last season.
Aventure is also entered, but she endured a disastrous run in the Arc last year. Drawn wide and unable to settle, she sank through the field like a heavy stone in water." He continues, "She was far from disgraceful behind Calandagan last season, a horse with rock‑solid form who is essentially the stable companion to the favourite. If Aventure is fit and eager this time, she could rebound to her previous level." The show also promotes its digital presence, reminding listeners that the latest racing news, interviews and feature stories are available on mobile devices. Another voice on the panel adds, "I will be siding with the Arc winner Daryz for the Prix Ganay on Sunday – live on Sky Sports Racing.
I’m abandoning my French fancy in Aventure after her previous disappointment." The discussion then veers into related content, mentioning Hollie Doyle’s blog where she highlights Paris Babe as her top pick for the 2000 Guineas day rides and previews the Royal Ascot Trials. The programme also teases upcoming Sky Sports Racing segments, including a look at French Derby hopefuls Dolmalan and Montreal at Chantilly, a preview of flat horses to watch in 2026, and a note about Gstaad being re‑added to the Newmarket mix after an administrative error by Aidan O'Brien.
Further bulletins include a preview of the Silver Trophy at Ripon, a report on Sandown where Derby prospect Raaheeb upheld his family’s reputation with a classy Classic Trial performance, and a reminder that the Seven Questions segment will feature Dyonisos. Returning to Daryz, a commentator observes, "Daryz enjoyed an excellent campaign last year, despite a let‑down in the Juddmonte International, and he capped his season with a victory in the Arc.
I expect him to dominate this field on his seasonal debut, especially with Mickael Barzalona riding him superbly. Even if his fitness isn’t perfect, his class should see him through." A second analyst reflects on the previous year’s Arc, noting, "It was fascinating to look back at the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe after I tipped Daryz as the winner. He reappears this season, and the vibe from recent Sky Sports Racing interviews with Francis‑Henri Graffard has been rather negative." He adds, "His main target will be the Prince of Wales's Stakes at Royal Ascot, so I think he’s beatable today, but the exact odds are unclear. For now, I’ll keep a watching brief based on what the connections have said." The segment concludes with a plug for viewers to watch the full Weekend Winners broadcast on the At The Races YouTube channel, encouraging fans to stay tuned for further analysis, betting tips and behind‑the‑scenes insights as the European flat racing season unfolds.
The panel’s diverse perspectives aim to equip punters with the information they need to make informed wagers on the Prix Ganay and the many other high‑profile races on the horizon.