The spotlight will be on both sides of the Channel this Tuesday as Sky Sports Racing turns its lenses toward four venues – Chantilly, Yarmouth, Southwell and Lingfield – promising a day packed with high‑quality racing. The feature of the programme is set to be the Listed Prix de Suresnes at Chantilly, a race that will see five runners line up, among them two horses that have already earned spots in the French Derby, also known as the Prix du Jockey Club: Montreal and Dolmalan.

Looking back at last year’s edition of the same contest, several participants went on to make a mark in the classic season. The winner, Nitoi, earned a place in the Prix du Jockey Club, while the runner‑up Leffard and the fourth‑placed Azimpour also secured their tickets to the French Derby. The third‑placed horse, New Ground, took a different route, heading for the English Derby at Epsom. Meanwhile, Juwelier, who finished fifth, later added a runner‑up finish in the Saratoga Derby to his résumé.

Turning to the home‑grown side of the card, the Aga Khan Stud will be hoping to add another promising colt to its stable’s growing reputation. Dolmalan, unbeaten in his first two starts and fresh from a victory at Chantilly, looks the most likely candidate to deliver a winning performance. His pedigree and early form suggest he could be a future star.

Montreal, on the other hand, brings an intriguing storyline from the Aidan O'Brien yard. The Irish trainer’s colt is currently listed at 16/1 for the Betfred Derby, and a strong showing at Chantilly could see his odds improve dramatically. Montreal’s connections will be eager to see whether the horse can translate his training ground success into a credible classic bid. Also featured is Martagny, who shares ownership with the previous year’s runner‑up Leffard.

Martagny arrives with the most experience of the group, having already secured two victories. His seasoned campaign may give him an edge in a field that includes several less‑form horses.

In the £13,000 handicap, Lady Mariko is on an upward trajectory. After a convincing win at Kempton, she was assigned an additional six pounds for today’s race. The mare’s most recent triumph came earlier in the month when she, under James Doyle, took a plate race, staying prominent throughout and pulling away to win comfortably.

The handicapper has responded by raising her rating from 74 to 80, making her weight assignment a significant factor to consider. Among the lower‑rated runners, Bridget’s View, rated 86, brings a noteworthy recent performance to the mix. She recorded a decisive victory in December, beating Stateira, who later claimed the Fillies’ and Mares’ Championships at Newcastle on All‑Weather Finals Day. This win suggests that Bridget’s View could be a dark horse in today’s contest.

The third race on the card is the Follow @attheraces On Instagram Handicap, featuring Eternal Solace against ten rivals. This daughter of Tasleet is still relatively untested, having started only eight times and secured two wins – one at Brighton and another in October of last year over the same distance and surface as today’s race. Although she has not won recently, she finished second in the All‑Weather 3‑Year‑Old Championships at Newcastle earlier this month, indicating she is in good form and capable of competing at a higher level. Also worth watching is Bone Marra, who will be carrying five pounds less than his previous winning effort at Wolverhampton in November.

A winter break could prove beneficial, and the horse is expected to improve, making him a potential threat. Finally, there is Comprador, a full‑brother to Trillium, the Flying Childers Stakes winner at Doncaster.

While Comprador has only raced in maiden company, stepping up to a handicap for the first time adds a layer of intrigue. Her pedigree and the progression she has shown suggest she could surprise the more seasoned rivals.

Overall, Tuesday’s racing slate offers a blend of classic prospects, seasoned campaigners, and emerging talent. Whether the French Derby hopefuls can dominate the Prix de Suresnes, or a handicap specialist will steal the show, the day promises plenty of drama for racing fans watching across the Channel.