The HIPPODROME DE LA TESTE-DE-BUCH, set along the Atlantic coast near the Arcachon Basin in southwestern France, staged a lively card of eight races on 25 September 2025. Running from 11:51am to 3:57pm, the meeting unfolded in a relaxed yet competitive spirit. With the coastal air drifting across the grandstands and autumn sunshine gracing the track, it was a day that blended scenic charm with racing excitement, an afternoon where every finish carried both sport and story.
Race 1: PRIX DE LA FEDERATION DES COURSES DU SUD-OUEST (11:51am, 1900 metres)
The meeting opened with an engaging contest, where CARAMELITO pulled clear in 2. 2.34. Jockey JEAN-BERNARD EYQUEM guided confidently, trainer F. ROHAUT had the preparation just right, breeder P. SABBAN saw their efforts rewarded, and owner MR PATRICK SABBAN celebrated warmly. VERITABLE kept the pressure on until late, while DOURIANN held their ground for third.
Race 2: PRIX DE L’ORDRE INTERNATIONAL DES ANYSETIERS (12:23pm, 1900 metres)
Race 2 brought another thrilling finish as VALPOVO crossed in 2. 3.45. Jockey DORIAN PROVOST timed the run well, trainer HF. DEVIN ensured sharp readiness, breeder JUDDMONTE FARMS IRELAND LTD could take pride in the outcome, and owner JUDDMONTE FARMS INC enjoyed a deserved success. LIGHT L’AUDRIELLE made a bold chase, with REVE DU FRAISSE completing the placings after a gritty effort.
Race 3: PRIX DU HARAS DES FAUNES (PRIX VIVRE LE BASSIN) (12:55pm, 1900 metres)
In the third contest, YAGGERA showed both strength and class, winning in 2. 5.81. Jockey MICKAEL FOREST kept a cool head, trainer B. MONTZEY set the plan in motion, breeder C. HUMPHRIS earned recognition, and owner MR DIDIER PROVOST took the honours. DIVA CHIQUITA pressed hard until the final strides, while LOVATREE PARIS added depth to the finish in third.
Race 4: PRIX HARAS DES GRANGES (1:27pm, 1600 metres)
Race 4 unfolded with drama as AQUITAIN surged late to take victory in 1.45.38. Jockey THOMAS BLANCHOUIN delivered a polished ride, trainer MME S. GAVILAN had the horse spot-on, breeder A. KLODAWSKI gained due reward, and owner E.HARIVEL and P.SEBAOUN relished the win. ROSES AND DREAM stayed close until the post, with AVANT NOUS keeping on gamely.
Race 5: PRIX LOUTAFETE BASSIN (2:12pm, 1400 metres)
Midway through, WILD CITY struck decisively in 1.27.92. Jockey ALEXANDRE GAVILAN handled the race with poise, trainer T. RICHARD had prepared meticulously, breeder JP. LEMELLETIER took credit for the pedigree behind the effort, and owners MME K.RICHARD and JP.LEMELLETIER had cause to cheer. REVE DE VALLARSA held on strongly for second, and BAYAMOON was brave in third.
Race 6: PRIX HARAS DE GALOUIN (2:47pm, 1400 metres)
Race 6 added to the excitement, with SHUTTERWOOD prevailing in 1.29.14. Jockey MATTHIAS LAURON kept balance under pressure, trainer A. SANCHEZ-MARTIN had form on their side, breeder E. CHEVRIER gained another proud success, and owner MME MARTA PEREZ CARLOS celebrated the result. LA FERRETCAPIENNE offered stiff resistance, while PIC PEN stayed on with determination.
Race 7: PRIX HARAS DES PETITS CHAMPS (3:22pm, 2000 metres)
The penultimate race went to AGAMEMNON, who impressed in 2. 7.21. Jockey ALEJANDRO GUTIERREZ VAL steered flawlessly, trainer S. CHEVALIER’s judgement proved right, breeder C. JOUANDOU was rewarded, and owner MME AUDREY CARON CHEVALIER enjoyed the triumph. ROYAL ETINCELLE fought gamely for second, with AMORETTI giving a steady run for third.
Race 8: PRIX JAMES, GABY ET CHARLEY CROCKETT (3:57pm, 2000 metres)
The finale fittingly wrapped up the afternoon as LANCEUR D’ALERTE crossed first in 2. 6.57. Jockey MATTHIAS LAURON finished the day on a high, trainer W. WALTON’s preparation told, breeders RIVIERA EQUINE S.A.R.L and GESTUT ZUR KUSTE AG closed with a success, and owner MME MARIE GIRAUDI left delighted. SORIANE ran close to the line, while DAYSANIYA filled the frame with a solid showing.
It was a meeting where the setting, the stories, and the sport blended seamlessly. At La Teste-Arcachon Basin, every race carried its own rhythm, and together they gave racing fans a day to remember on the Atlantic coast.
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