Dieppe Racecourse is set to stage an entertaining seven-race programme on Friday, July 17, featuring a blend of hurdle races, steeplechases and a concluding Flat contest. Organised under the France Galop calendar, the afternoon offers opportunities for young prospects, experienced jumpers and apprentice riders to showcase their abilities across a varied schedule.
Dieppe racecards 17 July 2026
The meeting begins at 11:46 am with the Prix de l’Hippodrome de Merano, a Classe 3 hurdle over 3,800 metres for three-year-olds. Eight runners have been declared for the €24,000 contest, which provides emerging juvenile hurdlers with another chance to gain valuable experience over obstacles. As one of the opening races on the card, it is expected to set an energetic tone for the afternoon.
The second race, the Prix de l’Hippodrome de Waregem, gets underway at 12:18 pm. This 3,800-metre Classe 3 hurdle is open to four- and five-year-olds and also carries €24,000 in prize money. Seven runners are entered, creating a competitive field where developing horses can continue building experience over middle-distance hurdles.
At 12:50 pm, attention shifts to the Prix Kauto Star, a 3,900-metre handicap steeplechase worth €26,000. Six runners will contest the race, which honours the legendary French-bred champion Kauto Star. The longer trip and handicap conditions make it a thorough examination of stamina, jumping ability and race management.
The fourth race of the afternoon is the Prix Jean de La Sayette, scheduled for 1:25 pm. Run over 3,800 metres, this Classe 3 hurdle for four-year-olds offers €24,000 in prize money and has attracted 10 runners, making it one of the most competitive fields on the programme. The race presents another valuable opportunity for young hurdlers to demonstrate consistency and progress.
The highlight of the meeting comes at 2:00 pm with the Prix Chamberko (Championnat Paris Turf des Apprentis & Jeunes Jockeys), the richest race on the programme. The 3,900-metre handicap steeplechase offers a total purse of €28,000 and has attracted eight runners aged five years and older. As the highest-value contest of the afternoon, it is expected to bring together seasoned jumpers capable of handling the demands of a longer-distance steeplechase under handicap conditions.
Beyond its prize fund, the race also celebrates the development of future riding talent through the Championnat Paris Turf des Apprentis & Jeunes Jockeys. Apprentice and young jockeys will have the opportunity to compete in one of the day’s most prestigious contests, gaining valuable experience while navigating Dieppe’s testing fences and undulating course. The combination of experienced horses, talented young riders and a competitive handicap format makes this the standout event of Friday’s programme.
Racing resumes at 2:35 pm with the Prix de l’Hippodrome de Pardubice, a 3,800-metre handicap hurdle for horses aged five years and older. The race offers €26,000 in prize money and has attracted the largest field of the afternoon with 12 declared runners. The bigger field is expected to produce an engaging contest where positioning, jumping accuracy and endurance will all play important roles.
The meeting concludes at 3:10 pm with the Prix Louisa Banbou, the only Flat race on the card. Covering 2,400 metres, the €16,000 contest is restricted to three-year-olds and features seven runners. It provides young middle-distance performers with another opportunity to continue their development and brings the day’s action to a fitting close.
Dieppe’s summer meetings are recognised for combining competitive jumping races with opportunities for developing horses and riders. Friday’s programme continues that tradition, offering contests across hurdles, steeplechases and Flat racing while welcoming runners from different stages of their careers. The variety of races ensures an engaging afternoon for followers of French racing.
Several races on the card are named after renowned European racecourses, including Merano, Waregem and Pardubice, reflecting the international spirit of the sport and the strong connections shared between racing nations. Meanwhile, the inclusion of the apprentice and young jockey championship adds another layer of significance by highlighting the next generation of riding talent.
With seven races, competitive fields and a feature event worth €28,000, the Dieppe meeting on July 17 promises an enjoyable afternoon of racing. From promising juvenile hurdlers to experienced steeplechasers and progressive three-year-old Flat performers, the programme showcases the depth and diversity of French racing under the France Galop banner.
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