A soft drizzle settles over Lyon-Parilly at daybreak, and in the half-light a quiet moment draws the eye. A young handler leans forward and gently kisses the muzzle of a chestnut novice, calming its restless steps before schooling. Nearby, a jockey adjusts his girths with a slow exhale, sharing a warm nod with stable staff who have been on their feet since dawn. It is this blend of tenderness and tension that sets the emotional stage for the Lyon-Parilly Race Preview, an eight-race National Hunt card promising depth, variety, and a touch of late-autumn grit.
Race 1 – Prix Jean Boulard – Course de Haies des 3 Ans (10h40, 3400m, €34,000)
Three-year-olds open the programme over hurdles, with MANGOS and SO RISKY likely to draw early interest as they continue their upward curves. MARIUS and VIVRE LE RÊVE bring consistency, while MOUILLE TA CHEMISE and SUNDAYS CHILD offer intriguing progression angles.
Race 2 – Prix de Lamorlaye (11h10, 3400m, €19,000)
SPEED PARK’s fluent jumping could put him at an advantage, though MANDATORY and BAR À TOUS look capable of pressing the pace. MISTER DES PLACES and KING IMPERIAL add competitive depth, while MISS TAHOE and BELLE NANAS ensure a balanced field.
Race 3 – VetAgro Sup – Prix du Campus Vétérinaire de Lyon (11h40, 5200m, €28,000)
A demanding stamina test that often rewards patience. DROP D’ESTRUVAL and IRUNDO bring proven resilience, with JALOGNY and GO’N WIN representing strong finishing profiles. HISO, FIANCÉE DU LARGE, THATSMYSEAT, and INTRIGANTE complete a field that should make this one of the highlights of the meeting.
Race 4 – Prix Patrick de Slane (12h15, 3800m, €28,000)
OUPSS and KISS GAME set an interesting tone in this mid-card contest, with FILIPPINO and LENZA CONTI offering reliable form. LIBERTY FLY, AL FONCÉ, and LYRIC MOON round out a field where tactical speed may prove decisive.
Race 5 – Course de Haies d’Automne (12h47, 4000m, €42,000)
A higher-value autumn hurdle where KING TO BE and HAUT LES COEURS headline a competitive lineup. GROOM BOY, LE GÈNE BLEU, BY EXETER, ESCORT’JET, and BURGANDY each carry claims in a field rich with varied experience and staying strength.
Race 6 – Prix du Col de Porte (13h20, 3400m, €28,000)
HELSINJO’s balance and rhythm over hurdles make him a major player, though FORREST INDIAN and MULOUGHBOY shape as strong challengers. MALIGNE and JEANNE D’O complete an open contest likely to hinge on efficient jumping.
Race 7 – Prix Étienne Mazoyer (13h50, 4100m, €26,000)
LOVELY DINO and MANNEKEN KING look set to bring competitive fire, with BITTERSWEET and JOCASTA offering credible threats. WELL DESTINY, LADY DU CLOS, and LINDA SLIDE add valuable depth.
Race 8 – Prix Mercier (14h20, 4100m, €26,000)
The afternoon closes with a staying hurdle featuring JOLI LOOK and GAZ GAZ, though MARECHAL DESJY and LAGUINTE remain serious contenders. KARPALINE’s late-race stamina could introduce a twist in the final furlong.
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