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88 th Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe 2009 : D-3 | Paris Longchamp

As you know, our passion and main interest are trotters, but it does no harm just this once to talk about gallopers. Indeed, it is impossible not to mention this reputed event, namely the Prix de L’Arc de Triomphe, which will take place at Longchamp in the outskirts of Paris, on Sunday 4th of October 2009.

The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe truely is a legendary event. Every horse owner, breeder, trainer or jockey dreams of winning it once in their life. Only the Epsom Derby in the UK can possibly keep up with it when it comes down to prestige. Even great events such as the Breeder’s Cup, the Japan Cup or Hong- Kong major events do not have the same appeal and glamour.

The horses must compete on a highly selective and distinctive racetrack. The horse that wins this 2,400 m race undoubtedly is a great champion. This year the favourites are Youmzain, Vision d’Etat as well as poor Dar Re Mi for horses aged 4 and over, Sea The Stars and Fame And Glory for horses aged 3. After Tuesday’s withdrawal, there were 24 horses left in the competition.

They will probably be 15 or 16 at the starting line. As for Youmzain he will attend for the 3rd year in a row. A horse with consistent results, he went unlucky in 2007, and last year he was defeated only by out of this world Zarkava. His trainer, Mick Channon (former professional football player in Southampton, Manchester City – English international, 46 games, 21 scores), says he is in his top shape at the moment and really hopes to see him win. Youmzain earned over £1,000,000 in 2008 so whatever happens on Sunday will be true delight.

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Links

- visit the official website and see the results of the 88th Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe this coming Sunday from 16.18 UTC+2/GMT+2 (French time), that is as soon as the race finishes.

- click here to find out the time of the race according to your time zone.

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