Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe 2026 features €5 million prize fund

The 2026 Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, scheduled for October 4 at ParisLongchamp, features a total prize fund of €5 million. The winner is set to receive €2,857,000, while the runner-up will earn €1,143,000. Additional prize money is distributed to horses finishing in third (€571,500), fourth (€285,500), and fifth (€143,000) place.

In terms of competition, Daryz is highlighted as a significant contender. Trained by Francis Graffard, the horse has shown strong form, including a victory in the Prix Foy and a high-speed performance that has positioned it as a major force in the upcoming race. Other notable entries include Saddadd, trained by Roger Varian, who is noted for consistent improvement.