Jockey Theo Chevillard steered La Reine De Choeur to a 10-1 victory at Auteuil on Sunday after eight of the 13 runners in a three-year-old fillies’ hurdle unseated or refused during a chaotic incident on the final circuit, Racing Post reported.
The Bottom Line
- The Incident: Eight out of 13 runners were eliminated in a chaotic pile-up during a newcomers’ race for three-year-old fillies at Auteuil.
- The Winner: Theo Chevillard navigated La Reine De Choeur through the melee to win at odds of 10-1.
- The Financial Return: Baptiste Le Clerc earned a riding fee and €5,220 for trainer Mickael Seror and owner Milton Harris after completing the course on Nuance Bruere.
The Melee on the Final Circuit
The incident occurred early on the final circuit of the race. The loose horse Noisette De Sivola created traffic trouble for the leader Dame Imperiale, while a second riderless runner, La Garde Contre, continued at the back of the field. Passing the stands, La Garde Contre caught up to Dame Imperiale. Dame Imperiale then shied away from the hurdle, clambered over sideways, and threw jockey Josh Bryan over her shoulder. All but three of the chasing horses saw their race end in the resulting confusion, though no horse actually fell.
Navigation and Recovery by Chevillard
Plume Adam’s and Steppin Out Queen cleared the hurdle among the leaders and held a commanding position. Meanwhile, Chevillard avoided being carried out with La Reine De Choeur, slotting in roughly 15 to 20 lengths behind the leaders. Chevillard patiently worked his mount back into contention, took the lead before the final hurdle, and secured the win at odds of 10-1. Reflecting on the chaos, Chevillard admitted his luck was in, noting that avoiding the initial pile-up was already a victory.
The Straggler’s Finish
Baptiste Le Clerc ensured he earned his riding fee after his mount, Nuance Bruere, stopped without jumping the hurdle. Le Clerc allowed the scene to clear before rejoining the race. He completed the course two to three minutes behind the other three finishers, securing €5,220 for trainer Mickael Seror and owner Milton Harris.
| Horse | Jockey | Trainer / Owner | Outcome / Payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Reine De Choeur | Theo Chevillard | Not specified | Won at 10-1 odds |
| Nuance Bruere | Baptiste Le Clerc | Mickael Seror / Milton Harris | Completed course; earned €5,220 |
| Dame Imperiale | Josh Bryan | Not specified | Unseated rider at hurdle |
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