Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe allows geldings starting in 2027

France Galop board members voted to allow geldings to compete in the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe starting in 2027. This decision aligns the prestigious race with other European Group 1s that have opened their fields to geldings. The change follows increasing demands, especially after the successes of horses like Goliath and Calandagan, who were previously excluded due to their gelded status. The formal request to implement this change will occur at an upcoming European Pattern Committee meeting. The current rules will remain in place for the 2026 race, as entries have already closed.

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