Rising French star Alexis Pouchin ready for Inspiral test with 'uncomplicated' Mqse De Sevigne

Alexis Pouchin and Mqse De Sevigne return after the Prix Rothschild

Inspiral and Frankie Dettori can be assured of a serious challenger from France in Saturday's Virgin Bet Sun Chariot Stakes, after it was revealed that dual Group 1 winner Mqse De Sevigne would make the trip with rising star Alexis Pouchin in the saddle.

Mqse De Sevigne, representing trainer Andre Fabre and owner-breeder Edouard de Rothschild, improved on some second-placed efforts to strike in the Group 1 Prix Rothschild at Deauville on what was her first attempt over a straight mile under Pouchin.

The 23-year-old rode his first Group winner only at the start of April but has shown he has the nerve to cope with the big occasion, adding a second Group 1 with Mqse De Sevigne in the Prix Jean Romanet at the expense of Via Sistina.

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Scott BurtonFrance correspondent

Published on 4 October 2023inBritain

Last updated 19:00, 4 October 2023

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