Crisford happy as Alexander goes for Group success

Criquette Head-Maarek saddles National Defense in the Group 3 Prix des ChenesCredit: Alan Crowhurst

Sunday is the official trials card for the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, but there could be plenty of clues for next month's supporting Group 1s at Chantilly on Thursday.

Asidious Alexander puts proven stakes form on the line against a number of unexposed fillies in the Group 3 Prix d’Aumale (1.50), a traditional stepping stone to the Prix Marcel Boussac.

Chantilly Friday card

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Scott BurtonFrance correspondent

Published on 7 September 2016inPreviews

Last updated 17:27, 7 September 2016

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