Reports on Friday suggested that the Government may rebuke its stance on the initial return to racing in the nation’s capital at Paris Longchamp on Monday, which according to health advisers is classed within the country’s red zone of the coronavirus threat which has to date claimed the lives of 26,000 people.
Racing is also scheduled in the regional areas of Compiegne and Toulouse however both are classed as safe zones at present time.
France Galop in conjunction with LeTROT released a statement on Friday local time confirming its plans.
France Galop sets May 11 for return to racing
“Since this morning, some alarmist reports have been circulating regarding the resumption of racing on May 11 in France, which have given racing professionals rise to legitimate concern.” the statement said.
“France Galop and LeTROT have worked tirelessly throughout the day to continue to convince the parties concerned of the absolute necessity to resume racing as planned and organised on May 11.”
Racing throughout Marsh has been paused since March 17 however the French Government will begin to relax lock down laws on Monday May 11.
Four Group races are slated to welcome back thoroughbred racing at ParisLongchamp on Monday – including the Prix de Fontainebleau, the French Guineas trial.
Racing has also resumed in Germany but no date has been set for Britain or Ireland.
Australia, Hong Kong and Japan have each continued to race throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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