Today on Sky Sports Racing: Calandagan looks to defend Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud crown
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After disappointment at Epsom, the Japan Cup and King George winner Calandagan returns to action – hoping to defend his Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud crown; Southwell plays host to domestic action, with an eight-race card scheduled from 2.02pm
Saturday 4 July 2026 12:00, UK
Calandagan goes in search of back-to-back Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud victories in today’s feature race from France.
Key Moments
3.40 Saint-Cloud – Calandagan back to defend Saint-Cloud crown
Calandagan will face a trio of British and Irish raiders as he bids to go back-to-back in this Group 1 Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud.
Francis-Henri Graffard’s Japan Cup-winning superstar suffered a rare defeat when failing to handle deep ground in the Coronation Cup at Epsom and he will be a warm order to bounce back under Mickael Barzalona. A five-time top-level champion, he has conditions in his favour and could take all the beating.
Analysis
Aidan O’Brien has recorded a staggering 11 Group 1 victories this year and he saddles Lambourn, the ride of Ryan Moore. Last year’s Derby hero ran out a gutsy winner at Chester on his return before finishing ahead of Calandagan at Epsom. He was last seen failing to land a blow at Royal Ascot and has a bit to find on the ratings.
