The atmosphere is building at Lyon-Parilly as racing fans gear up for an exciting afternoon featuring eight competitive contests on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. With a mix of promising maidens, seasoned handicappers, and Listed-level contenders, the card promises a perfect blend of speed, stamina, and strategy.
Trainers have their runners primed, jockeys are sharpening tactics, and the crowd is ready for an afternoon of high-quality turf action at one of France’s most picturesque racecourses.
Lyon-Parilly Racing Day Preview — Full Racecard & Highlights
Race 1 — Prix Serge Maillard (11:51 am, 1,600m, Class 4, €12,800)
The opening race sets the tone for the day, featuring Saint Fiacre, Grey Belle, Agri, Le Rozel, Alexej, Monte Linas, and Pisorno. Expect an early test of speed as these Class 4 contenders battle for the first honours.
Race 2 — Prix de l’Esplanade (12:23 pm, 2,400m, Maiden, €11,900)
Stamina will be the key here, with a field of maidens aged four and older lining up. Jaycle de Gree, Inspirado, Glori Leader, Breathtaking, Khal Tyron, and Joboah are among the runners looking to break their duck.
Race 3 — Prix des Camélias (12:55 pm, 2,000m, Maiden, €21,000)
Two-year-old colts, fillies, and geldings step up for this maiden contest, where raw potential meets big ambition. Runners include Feelings, Proof, Victoire Magique, Look, Wolverine, Ranavalona, and New Pearl.Race 4 — Prix Top Way (1:27 pm, 2,000m, Maiden, €15,600)
A deep and competitive field of three-year-old maidens will fight for supremacy, with names like Degottex, Star Creek, Larqana, Rinascero, Dazzling Sky, White Shamrock, Plata d’Octobre, and Lady of the Cross leading the charge.
Race 5 — Critérium de Lyon (2:12 pm, 1,600m, Listed, €54,900)
The feature race of the day promises a thrilling showdown among some of the season’s most promising two-year-olds. Leading contenders include Méfie Toi, Special Wood, Kiss Melody, Family Secret, Ozone, Baklawa, and Siciliano. With Listed glory on the line, expect a tactical and high-class affair.
Race 6 — Prix du Comité (2:47 pm, 1,600m, Class 3, €19,200)
This Class 3 handicap features a strong mix of improving types and proven performers, including Divide And Rule, Glory Wood, Olympe Mancini, Allurre, Kenzal, Zasymoka, and Ridwaan.
Race 7 — Prix de la Saône (3:22 pm, 2,000m, Class 4, €14,400)
The penultimate contest has the potential to be one of the tightest battles of the day, with Tarcenay, Ladybug, Amarhalen, Karinata, Ventura Vision, Bolshkinov, and Good Question all shaping as live chances.
Race 8 — Prix du Rhône (3:57 pm, 2,000m, Handicap, €16,300)
The finale brings together experienced campaigners, including Momo Nelson, The Charmer, Crocus Borget, Lili for Moms, Magic Tunis, Ocean Diamond, and Liya Chope. A fitting way to close a thrilling card.
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