Tigress du Berlais Claims Victory at the Prix Chalet (L)
A rising star in the French hurdles scene, Tigress du Berlais has secured her first Listed-level win at the Prix Chalet (L), showcasing both her experience and natural talent for challenging slopes. The three-year-old filly, trained by Marcel Rolland, overtook the leading Miss des Boulats after the final hurdle, maintaining a clear advantage over Mamaland to claim the top spot.
Ridden with increasing confidence by Ludovic Philipperon, Tigress du Berlais demonstrated impressive form throughout the race. The victory marks a significant milestone for the young horse, signaling her potential for future success in higher-grade competitions. “She really responded well to the pressure today,” noted one observer following the race.
The filly is owned by Gianni Caggula, alongside colleagues Gilles Barbarin and Guillaume Luycxx, and was bred by Haras du Berlais. Her lineage is steeped in racing history, being a daughter of the veteran stallion Great Pretender, who currently breeds at Haras de la Hêtraie, and Gazelle du Berlais (Martaline). This pedigree includes notable siblings such as Jaguar du Berlais, a winner of the Grande Course de Haies de Printemps (Gr.3), and the exceptional Léopard du Berlais, victor of the Prix Cambaceres (Gr.1).
Prix Chalet (L) – Race Results
Here’s a detailed look at the finishing order and key details for each competitor:
| Place | Horse | Sire | Sale Information | Owner | Trainer | Jockey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | TIGRESS DU BERLAIS | GREAT PRETENDER | Haras de la Hetraie – €10,000 (2026) | Caggiula Gianni | Rolland (s) | Philipperon Ludovic |
| 02 | MISS DES BOULATS | FREE PORT LUX | Haras de Vains – €2,500 (2024) | Boudot Marie-Gabrielle | Brest Jean – Brest Claire | Frost Bryony |
| 03 | MAMALAND | NIRVANA DU BERLAIS | Haras de la Hetraie – €7,500 (2026) | Ecurie Hub De Montmirail | Chaille-Chaille Arnaud – Ecurie Hub De Montmirail | Dubourg Pierre |
| 04 | THRUSH CHORUS | CHOEUR DU NORD | Summer sale – Arqana 2025: Sold for €160,000 | John White & Anne Underhill | Codre Gheorghe | Lefebvre Clement |
| 05 | CHELSEA STAR | CLOVIS DU BERLAIS | Summer Sale – Arqana 2024: Sold for €40,000 | Bivans Srl | Berger Alexandrine – Gallorini Jean-Paul – Gallorini Berger Cesare | Brechet Leo-Paul |
| 06 | CRISPY | NO RISK AT ALL | Dubois sale – Auctav 2025: Sold for €36,000 | Dubois Jean-Pierre-Joseph | Lemiere Dubois Lisa | Renard Anthony |
| 07 | SUNDAYS CHILD | DOCTOR DINO | Haras du Mesnil – €24,000 (2025) | Devin Henri | Devin Henri | Zuliani Angelo |
The auction results highlight the significant investment and potential seen in these young horses. Thrush Chorus, for example, commanded the highest price at €160,000 during the Summer sale at Arqana in 2025.
The Prix Chalet (L) continues to be a proving ground for promising young talent, and Tigress du Berlais’s victory positions her as a horse to watch in the upcoming seasons. An extended DNA pedigree of the winner was updated on December 6th, providing further insight into her genetic background.
