Chantilly Race 2 - Epinard Stakes
SAY SQUIRREL (1) debuted with a 1.25L victory contesting a 900m newcomers event at Saint-Cloud. Loosk capable of maintaining her unbeaten record for a top stable. AIX LES BAINS (3) secured an impressive 6.5L victory in a 900m claiming event at Saint-Cloud making her first start. Expected to deliver another big effort debuting for a new trainer. TOKAIDO (4) lost out by 1.25L placing second to the main selection in the previously mentioned Saint-Cloud race. Danger to all. RAFAGA (2) enters calculations debuting for a new handler following a 6.5L success over 900m among claiming company at Saint-Cloud.
Jockey: M Barzalona
Weight: 57.5kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, won favourite; won by 1.3 len at Saint-Cloud March 24 over 900m defeating Tokaido with 56.5kg at $3.20. Likely to be popular with punters and looks very tough to beat again.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 24/03/2026 | - | UNR 2 | $45,440.00 | Saint Cloud | 900m | Good Soft | Mickael Barzalona | 56.5kg | 0:51.80 | - | 3 |
| 1.3L | $3.20 |
Jockey: C Carboni
Weight: 57.5kgs
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Getting off the mark on debut; won by 6 len at Saint-Cloud March 19 over 900m on a soft track defeating Opium Of Success with 56.5kg at $5.50. Will take a lot from that run and is sure to play a big role.
Last Starts 27 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 19/03/2026 | - | CLM 2 | $38,140.00 | Saint Cloud | 900m | Soft | C Soumillon | 56.5kg | 0:53.71 | - | 3 |
| 6.5L | $5.50 |
Jockey: A Hamelin
Weight: 57.5kgs
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Claiming her maiden victory on debut; scored a big 6 len win at Saint-Cloud April 3 over 900m on a soft track defeating Mr Say with 53.5kg at $8.40. Shows good ability and can make it two on end.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 03/04/2026 | - | CLM 2 | $38,460.00 | Saint Cloud | 900m | Soft | Jerome Claudic | 53.5kg | 0:53.50 | - | 7 |
| 6.5L | $8.40 |
Jockey: T Piccone
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Was well in the market at debut, 2nd of 8 at Saint-Cloud on March 24 over 900m, 1.3 len behind Say Squirrel carrying 58kg at $4.10. Will derive great benefit from that experience and looks a great chance to break through.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 24/03/2026 | - | UNR 2 | $45,440.00 | Saint Cloud | 900m | Good Soft | Tony Piccone | 58kg | 0:51.80 | - | 6 |
| 1.3L | $4.10 |
Jockey: L Boisseau
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Was at big odds at debut, second last of 12 at Saint-Cloud on April 3 over 900m, on a slow track; 21 len behind Aix Les Bains carrying 56.5kg at $44. Don't think he will trouble this field.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 | 03/04/2026 | - | CLM 2 | $38,460.00 | Saint Cloud | 900m | Soft | Ludovic Boisseau | 56.5kg | 0:53.50 | - | 2 |
| 21.4L | $44.00 |
Jockey: A Madamet
Weight: 55kgs
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At debut, 3rd of 8 at Saint-Cloud on March 24 over 900m, 5 len behind Say Squirrel carrying 56.5kg at $18. Has upside and can feature in the finish again.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 24/03/2026 | - | UNR 2 | $45,440.00 | Saint Cloud | 900m | Good Soft | Augustin Madamet | 56.5kg | 0:51.80 | - | 5 |
| 4.8L | $18.00 |
Jockey: C Demuro
Weight: 54kgs
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First-starter by Muhaarar out of Natla. Market the best guide to her chances.
Jockey: Aurelien Lemaitre
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old filly who is first starter by Muhaarar out of Liberty Tree. Capable of a cheeky run.