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 at home and overseas. As the broadcast draws to a close, the trio turn their attention to the upcoming Prix Ganay, a Group 1 contest staged at Longchamp in Paris at 3:25 p.m. on Sunday.
The race will feature six contenders vying for top honours over an extended ten‑furlong distance. The field includes the previous season’s Arc third‑place finisher Sosie, who captured the race last term, as well as a strong contingent led by the French‑trained star Daryz, who will be making his seasonal debut for 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, even though he was beaten by my pick in his most recent outing last season.
Aventure is also entered, but she endured a disastrous run in the Arc last year. She drew a wide gate, was unsettled, and never found a rhythm, sinking through the field like a stone dropped in water. "She was far from disgraceful behind Calandagan last season – a horse with rock‑solid form who acts as the stable companion to the favourite. If Aventure is fit and eager, she could shed the weight of that previous disappointment and bounce back today," he adds.
The programme reminds listeners that they can stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing news, interviews and feature stories on their mobile devices, urging them not to miss any of the action. Another voice on the show declares a different perspective: “I’ll be backing the Arc winner Daryz for the Prix Ganay on Sunday – the race will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. I’m abandoning my French fancy Aventure after her under‑performance last time.” The discussion then shifts to related content, highlighting a Hollie Doyle blog that praises Paris Babe as the standout of the 2000 Guineas day rides and previews the Royal Ascot Trials. The hosts also note that today’s Sky Sports Racing schedule includes a look at French Derby hopefuls Dolmalan and Montreal at Chantilly, as well as a preview of flat horses to watch in 2026, with the Sky Sports Racing team offering their picks.
A brief news flash mentions that Gstaad has been re‑added to the Newmarket 2000 Guineas mix after an administrative error by Aidan O’Brien, while another segment teases a “Seven Questions” interview and a Dyonisos‑run Silver Trophy at Ripon. In Sandown news, Derby hopeful Raaheeb is praised for upholding his family’s reputation with a stylish Classic Trial performance. Returning to the Prix Ganay analysis, one commentator reflects on Daryz’s recent form: “Daryz enjoyed a brilliant campaign last year, despite a disappointing run in the Juddmonte International.
He salvaged his reputation with a victory in the Arc, and I expect him to dominate this field on his seasonal re‑appearance. Mickaël Barzalona has a strong rapport with the horse, and even if fitness isn’t at its peak, Daryz should still be a top contender.” A second panelist adds a personal anecdote: “It was fascinating to revisit last year’s Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, where I correctly tipped Daryz as the winner.
He’s back on the track today, and the atmosphere on Sky Sports Racing, especially the comments from Francis‑Henri Graffard, has been rather cautious. "His main target remains the Prince of Wales’s Stakes at Royal Ascot, so I suspect he may be a touch beatable in this race, though I’m not entirely sure what to expect. For now, I’ll keep a watching brief and see how the connections’ statements play out.” The hosts conclude by encouraging listeners to watch the full Weekend Winners episode on the At The Races YouTube channel, promising more insight, expert analysis and behind‑the‑scenes commentary as the weekend’s racing action unfolds.