Lyon Parilly is set for an exciting afternoon of racing on Sunday, 21 September 2025, under the stewardship of France Galop. The card promises a lively mix of sprints, middle-distance tests, and stamina-heavy staying events, attracting familiar jockeys and trainers across claimers, conditionals, and handicaps. Fans in the Rhône valley can look forward to tactical battles and competitive finishes as the autumn racing season gains momentum.
Prix Munet – 15:02
The opening contest, the Prix Munet (1200m, €15,400, Claimer), should deliver a sharp test of speed. Monsieur Fantaisie (Mme Ambre Molins / A. West) looks a likely pace angle, with Burn to Shine (Ebbe Verhestraeten / A. Murphy) and Pradaro (Aurélien Lemaître / Mme S. Lanslots) expected to challenge strongly. German raider Wilmot (Fabrice Véron / M. Weber) adds intrigue, while Blu Metal Jacket, Duana, and Signoria Piazza will all be looking to strike late.
Prix Christian Rollet – 15:32
Over 1600m, the €12,000 Prix Christian Rollet (Claimer) should play out as a more tactical affair. Habiba (Marvin Grandin / E. Mikhalides) may try to control matters early, though Vladivia (Dorian Provost / M. Cesandri) and Rango (Mme Delphine Santiago / Mme S. Gavilan) remain strong contenders. Sparks of Love, with top jockey Mickaël Barzalona aboard for R. Fradet, brings added class, while Anadoniya (Mme Ella Muntwyler / D. Artu) and outsiders Rose Prairie and Marchioness Birch could have a say if the tempo shifts.
Prix Morel Journel – 16:02
The card then rises in quality with the Prix Morel Journel (1600m, €27,400, Conditional). Galagos (Aurélien Lemaître / M. Delzangles) looks progressive but faces stern opposition in Exposure (Alexis Pouchin / H.-F. Devin) and Euskadi (Maxime Guyon / Ch. Gourdain). Laith (Cristian Demuro / J. Reynier) and Verse of Love (Tony Piccone / H.-A. Pantall) add further depth. Scattering Light and Akvarel round out a strong line-up where the finish could prove tight.
Prix Black Dancer – 16:33
Stayers take centre stage in the Prix Black Dancer (2400m, €15,600, Conditional). Kalahani (Cristian Demuro / A. Botti) looks well-suited to the trip, while Romin (Anthony Crastus / X. Blanchet) could try to dictate tempo. Anima Sana (Maxime Guyon / M. Delzangles) is another with strong credentials, alongside Bulles des Anges (Emilien Puillet-Roda / M. Pitart) and Aqua Mirabilis (Alexis Pouchin / A. Fabre). Saturday Night, Bella Rebelle, Cinnkat, and Ginkgobiloba ensure a competitive test of stamina.
Prix des Traboules – 17:10
The day’s staying handicap, the Prix des Traboules (3150m, €16,300), promises a tough contest for both horse and rider. Plateado (Mme Delphine Santiago / Mme S. Gavilan) and Darlyvi (Marvin Grandin / S. Eveno) look reliable stayers, while Wait the Storm (Fabien Lefebvre / N. Paysan) has shown consistency in similar events. Rio Grande (Dorian Provost / M. Cesandri) adds further interest, with Lib Dubawi (Mme Adeline Merou / Mme A.-L. Guildoux) and Up and Up (Maxime Guyon / M. Pitart) capable of featuring. Outsiders Matgiwell, Diana, Exhit, and Feedesreves complete a deep field.
Prix du Pesage – 17:45
Attention then shifts to the first of two divided handicaps over 1600m. The Prix du Pesage (€14,400) sees Opera (Mickaël Barzalona / L. Proietti) arrive with solid claims. Xarun (Fabien Lefebvre / Mme A.-L. Guildoux), Secret Feeling (Fabrice Véron / A. Sanglard), and Logis (Antonio Orani / R. Fradet) are all capable of striking, while Turtle Chope (Dorian Provost / M. Cesandri) and Miami Beet (Christophe Billardello / C. Escuder) add further unpredictability. Vitus Bering, The Great Heaven, and Redrunner round out the field.
Prix du Paddock – 18:20
The finale, the Prix du Paddock (1600m, €16,300), offers punters a competitive closer. Kerno Quatz (Marvin Grandin / Mme M. Scandella-Lacaille) takes on Kalife Alaplace (Emilien Puillet-Roda / M. Pitart), Simancas (Mme Léa Bails / N. Guilbert), and Monte Linas (Ebbe Verhestraeten / A. Murphy). Loki (Mme Ambre Molins / D. Chenu) is another who could figure prominently, with Khabesa, Topinambur, and Venes ensuring a wide-open conclusion to the day’s action.
Lyon Parilly in Focus
Under France Galop management, Lyon Parilly continues to blend local tradition with international competition. Sunday’s racing promises a balance of class, stamina, and tactical intrigue—ensuring racegoers and punters alike have plenty to look forward to.
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