France's most prestigious thoroughbred sale: some 325 elite yearlings pass through the ring before the world's great stables. The central society and professional event of Deauville's August.
Line-up : Great international racing silks, leading breeders and trainers; historically Godolphin, Coolmore, Wathnan Racing and Japanese and American buyers
Arqana S.A.S. (thoroughbred auction house, Deauville — chairman Olivier Delloye), Salle Elie de Brignac
No invitation required: the ring is freely accessible on 15-17 August (buyers have priority). To experience the event as an insider: 1) open a buyer's account before the sale (application for approval + bank references via compta@arqana.com) to bid and access the buyers' areas; 2) book a table at the on-site restaurant Le Resto (02 31 81 82 00, on sale days). No charity tables and no VIC circuit — no need to go through a concierge.