THE classic generation was showcased in ParisLongchamp’s two other feature events, the Prix La Force (for colts) and the Prix Vanteaux (for fillies) – both Group 3 events run over nine furlongs.

On each occasion a Wertheimer Brothers homebred, representative of the Carlos Laffon-Parias (right)stable, came out on top to underline early indications that this 55-year-old trainer has a strong group of three-year-olds. Alongside, the more obvious name of the 29-time champion trainer, André Fabre, could be the man to watch in coming weeks.