France's most prestigious yearling sale and Europe's second: 325 elite thoroughbreds, with prices that can exceed a million euros. The horse world's central society and business gathering, timed to the Prix Jacques Le Marois weekend.
Line-up : Major studs (Godolphin, Coolmore, Aga Khan Studs, Wertheimer), international trainers and agents
ARQANA, thoroughbred auction house (shareholders: the Aga Khan, French breeders, Artcurial), Deauville
A public sale: free entry, no invitation required. Insider status comes with a buyer's account (bank references via compta@arqana.com ahead of the sale) and an accredited bloodstock agent (directory on arqana.com) who introduces their client to the ring and the vendors' receptions. Press/VIP access: communications department. Travel expenses refunded to overseas buyers from €5,000 of purchases. No charity tables published.