Daryz 7-4 Favourite To Repeat In 2026 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe

The Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe takes place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the ParisLongchamp Racecourse In France.

The full Arc weekend festival runs from Saturday, October 3, to Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Major Race Headlines

Daryz Bids for History: Last year's winner Daryz heads the market as the favorite for trainer Francis-Henri Graffard. Exceptional at ParisLongchamp with 7 wins from 8 starts at the track, he aims to join the elite group of back-to-back Arc winners.

Aidan O'Brien Trims Squad to Three: Ballydoyle reduced an initial squad of eight down to three contenders: 2025 Arc runner-up Minnie Hauk, King George runner-up Benvenuto Cellini, and 3-year-old filly Diamond Necklace. O'Brien indicated that ground conditions will dictate final participation for Diamond Necklace, who also holds a backup option in the Prix de l'Opéra.

British Challengers: William Haggas saddles the improving 3-year-old Maltese Cross, while Kalpana leads the charge for Juddmonte and Andrew Balding. Group 1 winner Bay City Roller (George Scott) and Tattycoram (Ralph Beckett) also add serious depth.

Jean-Claude Rouget’s Farewell: Dual Arc-winning trainer Jean-Claude Rouget brings down the curtain on his illustrious 48-year training career, saddling Arrow Eagle as his final career runner.

International Presence: Japan returns to push for an elusive first Arc victory with Admire Terra and Meisho Tabaru, while Bright Light represents Germany.