Hippodrome de Saint-Cloud, just outside Paris, welcomes a fine nine-race card on 19 September, with racing from 1:08 PM to 5:48 PM. With Class 2 opening the programme, Maidens in the mix, and several Class 3 contests, it’s a meeting that blends form, freshness and opportunity for many connections. Expect good turf, promising newcomers, and plenty of finishes that’ll test heart and timing.
Race 1: PRIX TORNADO (1:08pm, 3100 metres)
The afternoon begins with a Class 2 contest where 3-year-old colts and fillies like EPHESUS, MONARCH OF THE SEA and SIECLE D’OR look to assert their form early, while PONDERADO, NATAO and NORTH SHORE could surprise if they travel well. A strong opener that should set the standard for what follows. Stakes: €25,600
Race 2: PRIX FITERARI (1:43pm, 2100 metres)
The second race brings another flat test, with MARCHEMALO, ZAGOR and STAR OF LOVE eager to build momentum, and MOST GLAMOROUS, AMILCARE, HUNTER’S LUCK and THREE PEARLS ready to pounce late if the pace suits. Should offer a sharp contest. Stakes: € 38,400
Race 3: PRIX BEND’OR (2:18pm, 1200 metres)
In the third, a Maiden race of 2-yr-olds give newcomers a chance to shine; ZERIBA, DEVIL’STORY and POSSI appear well matched, and DELAMINA, SILK ROADSTER, CELESTIAL VOICE and DUCHESSE MANOIR may be ones to watch if they settle into stride. The kind of race that reveals future contenders. Stakes: €27,400
Race 4: PRIX GUY GARNER (2:53pm, 1600 metres)
Race four adds another flat challenge featuring 2-year-old colts, geldings and fillies, with MADAME LY, OFF TO DUBAI, MISS KIM, RAGE CHOPE, MISTY CITY, LEGACY OF SAINTS and AMELIA among those aiming for upward moves in form. Could produce a close finish as confidence builds. Stakes: € 23,000
Race 5: PRIX DU JARDIN DU PIQUEUR (3:28pm, 2000 metres)
The fifth race sees BELLA MEMORIA, FERDINAND PREMIER and MAPLE TAFFY take to the track among a field looking for consistency, with VELIKAYA, KING OF EYLAU and LE ROI LEON likely to challenge in the final furlong. A mid-card battle that matters. Stakes: €24,000
Race 6: PRIX KALDOUN (4:03pm, 1400 metres)
The sixth contest gathers colts, geldings and fillies aged 3 such as AFOGADO, ZAWAN and DANCING FLAME aiming to make their mark, while REACH THE SKY, ASHIKIDAH and THE DOCTOR might have enough experience to outlast in the closing stages. Expect a tactical run-in. Stakes: €38,400
Race 7: PRIX DE L’AVENUE PYRAMIDE (4:38pm, 2400 metres)
The seventh is a Class 3 affair gathering horses, geldings and mares aged 4 and over, with CLICCLIC PANPANPAN, SHAWBAK and COLE CHOP leading the betting hopes, and SPINNING MIST, VESINABA, SAVILE ROW and THAT’S MY POWER capable of a punchy late effort. As the card nears its climax, this race could be pivotal. Stakes: €19,200
Race 8: PRIX DU VERT CLOS (5:13pm, 2000 metres)
The eighth race keeps the intensity high featuring mares 4 years old and over, with WEDGEWOOD PEARL, PRINCESS ZIZOU, WINDBURN and TOKYO DREAMER set to deliver and SAXON’S PRIDE, KARIOITAHI and DREAM AGAIN possibly spoiling the ending with a late dash. A strong showing here often carries weight. Stakes: €22,100
Race 9: PRIX DE L’AVENUE MARENGO (5:48pm, 2400 metres)
The finale closes out the meeting with a Class 3 contest where THEATRE LODGE, PLEASING and IRTYCH aim to end the afternoon on a high, while PRINCESS KARA, DOUBLE EFFECT and SPRING EVE may mount a late surge to steal the glory. A fitting close to a polished day of racing. Stakes: €21,100
When the last runner crosses the line, Saint-Cloud’s September meeting should leave satisfied fans with memories of tight finishes, promising newcomer displays, and form lines that look sharper for the coming weeks. With the afternoon blending quality classes and the freshness of Maidens, this fixture offers not just winners, but stories to follow into autumn.
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