2022 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe: raceday running order and how to watch

The 2022 Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (3.05 Longchamp, Sunday) is the most prestigious race open to horses of all ages in Europe and is the race that typically crowns the best middle-distance horse of the year.

The action is not contained to the Arc, though, with two days of top-class racing at Longchamp featuring a total of eight Group 1s across Saturday and Sunday.

When and where is the meeting?

The 2022 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe meeting takes place on the first weekend of October at Longchamp in Paris. The first of two nine-race cards will get under way on Saturday October 1 with the feature event the following day.

Why is the Arc so important?

As well as being the second-richest turf race in Europe with €5m of prize-money on offer, the Arc is universally acknowledged as the pinnacle race of the season in the autumn Flat calendar with a stellar list of winners including the likes of Mill Reef, Dancing Brave and modern greats Sea The Stars, Treve and Enable.

Given its importance and prestige, winning the Arc is not only a huge achievement in sporting terms, but also from a breeding perspective for prospective stallions and mares.

The horses to look out for in the Arc

Luxembourg, Alpnista and last year's winner Torquator Tasso are among the leading Arc contenders

Remarkable mare Alpinista has been many peoples idea of the Arc winner since she landed her fifth-straight Group 1 at York in August. She is unbeaten in her last seven starts and has proved her effectiveness on softer ground, which makes her a reliable proposition.

Luxembourg threw his hat into the ring with a tough success in the Irish Champion Stakes and is the ante-post favourite with many firms, but he is not a guaranteed stayer, especially on what could be a soft surface.

Coral-Eclipse winner Vadeni and last year's winner Torquator Tasso are also key contenders while Titleholder flies the flag for Japan.

What is the running order at Longchamp on Sunday?

1.15: Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere, 7f

This two-year-old contest, over the specialist 7f trip, kicks off Arc day has been farmed by Aidan O'Brien, with Ballydoyle winning it on eight occasions. Interestingly, two of the last three winners had the assistance of Mickael Barzalona.

1.50: Prix Marcel Boussac, 1m

Another juvenile race, this time over a mile, and all eyes will be on 1,000 Guineas ante-post favourite Tahiyra, should she take her place. O'Brien has won this race four times and his contenders should be treated with respect.

3.05: Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, 1m4f

The main event pits the best of multiple generations of middle-distance superstars against each other, with Luxembourg, Alpinista, Adayar among those in the mix.

3.50: Prix de l'Opera, 1m2f

Nashwa is chasing a Group 1 hat-trick and is among the possible entries alongside Oaks winner Tuesday and Irish Oaks conqueror Magical Lagoon. La Petite Coco could also take her chance, while the home team is chiefly represented by impressive Prix Jean Romanet third Ebaiyra.

4.25: Prix de l'Abbaye, 5f

This race has been dominated by the Brits, with 15 winners since the turn of the century hailing from that side of the Channel. A Case Of You looks looks set to try and retain his crown.

5.00: Prix de la Foret, 7f

William Haggas won this race from 2018 to 2020 with One Master and Sacred, who was back on track at Newbury last time, could represent him in his bid for another Foret success.

And don't forget these big ones on Saturday . . .

Prix du Royallieu, 1m6f

Staying contests form the Group 1 racing on Saturday and this one is for fillies and mares. British and Irish raiders have taking the last four runnings, two of which have been won by John Gosden and Frankie Dettori.

Prix du Cadran, 2m4f

Widely regarded as the French equivalent of the Ascot Gold Cup, it is run over the same trip of two and a half miles and is the most prestigious staying race in France. Kyprios has been a dominant force in the staying division this season, winning three Group 1s and is the likely favourite.

How do I watch and can I buy tickets?

If you are lucky enough to be able to attend in person, tickets are available for both Saturday and Sunday on Arc Weekend with two enclosures to choose from, the Arc Gardens and the Winning Post Enclosure.

Tickets for both enclosures are on presale and range from €10-€65 dependent on the day you go, there is also a two-day pass that can be bought for the weekend – tickets will be more expensive if purchased on the day at the course. Tickets can be bought here

If you are not able to travel to France then there are still a multitude of ways of enjoying the Arc. ITV are providing terrestrial coverage on their main channel between 1-3.30pm and Sky Sports Racing will broadcast the entire Arc card, while viewers in Ireland can watch the coverage on Virgin Media One.

Who should I bet on in the Arc?

Have a look at the and check out our to start with, then stay up to date with the Racing Post website, mobile app and newspaper where our expert tipsters and reporters will be on hand to bring you the best betting advice and all the latest news in the run-up to the big weekend.

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