Francis-Henri Graffard – France
Francis-Henri Graffard: A Visionary in Thoroughbred Training. From the heart of Chantilly, Francis-Henri Graffard has emerged as one of the most dynamic forces in international horse racing. With a career rooted in global experience—from the elite Godolphin Flying Start program to his tenure with Darley and Alain de Royer-Dupré—Graffard brings a rare blend of tradition and innovation to his stable.. His philosophy is simple yet powerful: “A good horse can come from anywhere”2—and under his guidance, they often do.
He took over Aiglemont, the private training centre of the Aga Khan, following Alain de Royer-Dupré’s retirement in 2021. He is ranked in the top 20 trainers in the world and in the top two trainers in France.