Granville Racecourse will host an exciting six-race programme on Monday, July 13, bringing together Flat, Steeplechase and Cross-Country racing in a meeting that celebrates the diversity of French horse racing. Conducted under the banner of France Galop, the fixture offers competitive contests across a variety of distances and classes, providing opportunities for young prospects, experienced campaigners and specialist jumpers. The meeting begins at 2:00 pm and concludes at 6:00 pm, with every race presenting a different challenge.
Granville racecards 13 July 2026
Set in the Normandy region, Granville is one of France’s respected regional racecourses and continues to play an important role in the country’s summer racing calendar. Its annual meetings attract owners, trainers, jockeys and racing enthusiasts while also highlighting the contribution of local businesses that support the sport through race sponsorship. The July 13 card reflects this tradition with races sponsored by Mercedes-Benz, Restaurant La Table de Louis, PMU Le Derby, Vans MTM and other local partners.
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The feature contests of the afternoon are the Prix Restaurant La Table de Louis and the Prix des Vans MTM – Prix des Écuries du Paradis (Bénévoles), both carrying prize money of €16,000, the highest on the programme. The Prix Restaurant La Table de Louis, scheduled for 3:30 pm, is a 3,600-metre Steeplechase for four-year-olds and promises an engaging test of jumping ability, balance and stamina.
The day’s closing race, the Prix des Vans MTM – Prix des Écuries du Paradis (Bénévoles), takes centre stage at 6:00 pm as a demanding 4,800-metre Cross-Country contest for horses aged five years and older. As the longest race of the meeting, it places the spotlight on endurance, accurate jumping and tactical riding over a challenging specialist course.
Another race expected to attract attention is the Prix Mercedes-Benz, the opening maiden over 1,700 metres for three-year-olds. With 11 declared runners, it features the largest field of the afternoon and offers emerging horses an opportunity to gain valuable experience while competing for a €10,000 prize fund.
The afternoon begins at 2:00 pm with the Prix Mercedes-Benz, a maiden race for three-year-olds over 1,700 metres. Eleven runners are declared for the €10,000 contest, making it the biggest field on the card. Maiden races are important stepping stones for young horses, allowing them to continue their development while competing against rivals of similar experience. The combination of speed and stamina required over 1,700 metres should make for an interesting opening contest.
At 2:30 pm, attention shifts to the Prix Malplanche – Prix Equi’Celt (Des Bénévoles), a Class 4 Flat race over 2,400 metres worth €8,000. Open to horses aged four years and older, the race has attracted six runners. The longer distance places greater emphasis on stamina and race management, with competitors expected to settle into a steady rhythm before producing their finishing effort.
The programme moves into obstacle racing at 3:30 pm with the Prix Restaurant La Table de Louis, a Class 4 Steeplechase for four-year-olds over 3,600 metres. Carrying prize money of €16,000, it is one of the day’s most valuable races. Six runners are expected to contest the event, where fluent jumping and consistency over fences will be essential throughout the demanding journey.
At 4:30 pm, the Prix PMU Le Derby – Prix Christian Thouroude continues the obstacle programme. This Class 5 Steeplechase is reserved for five-year-olds and is also run over 3,600 metres, with €14,000 on offer. Another field of six runners will take on the course, aiming to produce accurate jumping and sustained performances from start to finish.
The penultimate contest is the Prix Menuiserie Gouelle (Vans MTM) at 5:30 pm. Covering 4,300 metres, the Class 5 Steeplechase is open to horses aged five years and older and offers €14,000 in prize money. Nine runners have been declared, creating one of the afternoon’s most competitive fields. The extended distance rewards stamina, composure and efficient jumping over every obstacle.
The meeting concludes at 6:00 pm with the Prix des Vans MTM – Prix des Écuries du Paradis (Bénévoles), a 4,800-metre Cross-Country event carrying €16,000 in prize money. Five runners are expected to line up for the demanding finale. Cross-Country racing is renowned for its unique obstacles and longer distances, requiring horses and riders to display endurance, adaptability and excellent jumping technique throughout the contest.
Monday’s programme highlights the broad appeal of French racing by bringing together Flat racing, Steeplechasing and Cross-Country competition in a single afternoon. It also provides valuable opportunities for horses at different stages of their careers, from promising three-year-olds seeking their first success to experienced stayers competing over marathon obstacle trips.
With six scheduled races, competitive fields and the support of France Galop alongside local sponsors, the Granville meeting promises an enjoyable summer afternoon that reflects the tradition and variety of regional horse racing in France. The fixture once again demonstrates why Granville remains an important venue on the French racing calendar, welcoming participants and spectators for a memorable day of equestrian sport.
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