Longchamp

A fascinating event, not least from a tactical viewpoint. The prospect of a muddling gallop over this trip against a couple of race-fit rivals looks against Arc winner Daryz and, although he's reportedly thrived physically over the winter, he's reluctantly passed over this time. Aventure goes well fresh, is effective over this trip and could be the main danger but no filly or mare has won this for over 20 years so this is best left to BRIGHT PICTURE. Although he's yet to tackle a Group 1 and is closely matched on recent Harcourt form with stable companion Bright Picture, he's almost certainly capable of better and he can give Andre Fabre his ninth win in the race. This trip is likely to find out Royal-Oak winner Arrow Eagle. [Richard Young]