Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen: A Preview of the Upcoming Steeplechase Event

An Overview of the Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen

The Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen is a prestigious steeplechase event held annually at the Auteuil Racecourse in Paris, France. The race takes place over a distance of 3,600 meters and is open to horses aged four and older. The Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen was first run in 1894 and is one of the most important steeplechase races in Europe. The race is named after Prince d’Ecouen, who was a prominent figure in French racing in the 19th century. The Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen is a Grade I race and offers a purse of €150,000. The race is a major target for steeplechase trainers and jockeys and is a highlight of the French racing calendar.

The Contenders for the 2023 Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen

The 2023 Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen is scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 28th. A field of 15 horses has been entered for the race, including some of the top steeplechasers in Europe. The favorite for the race is The Big Break, who is trained by Willie Mullins and will be ridden by Paul Townend. The Big Break is a highly rated steeplechaser who has won three of his four starts over fences. His only defeat came in the Auteuil Prix Ferdinand Dufaure, where he finished second to Galop Marin. Another leading contender for the Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen is Galop Marin, who is trained by Yannick Fouin and will be ridden by James Reveley. Galop Marin is a talented steeplechaser who has won four of his five starts over fences. He won the Auteuil Prix Ferdinand Dufaure last year and is likely to be a major threat in this year’s race. Other horses to watch in the Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen include Farlow des Bois, who is trained by Arnaud Chaillé-Chaillé and will be ridden by Bertrand Lestrade; L’Ami Serge, who is trained by David Cottin and will be ridden by Felix de Giles; and Le Berry, who is trained by Guillaume Macaire and will be ridden by Kevin Nabet.

The Course for the Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen

The Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen is run over a distance of 3,600 meters. The course is a right-handed oval with 22 obstacles. The first fence is a plain fence, which is followed by a series of open ditches and fences. The course culminates in a water jump and a final fence. The Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen is a challenging race, and horses must be in peak condition to compete.

How to Watch the Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen

The Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen will be broadcast live on France 3. The race will also be streamed live on the France Galop website. For more information on the Auteuil Prix Prince d’Ecouen, visit the France Galop website or contact the Auteuil Racecourse.