Christophe Clement

Christophe Clement

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A native of France, Christophe Clement has become a top trainer in North American racing.  Born into a family full of racing lovers in Paris, he learned the ropes from his father before working for top French trainer Alec Head. He worked for Shug McGaughey in the US and Luca Cumani in England before venturing out on his own in 1991. Although best known for his turf runners, Clement has trained graded stakes winners in a number of divisions.

Christophe studied economics at the University of Assas, Paris. He is married to Valerie, whom he met at the University and who helps manage the operations of the Florida stables. They have two children, Miguel and Charlotte.

Accomplishments

Grade 1 Winners:

  • England's Legend (FR)
  • Funny Moon
  • Forbidden Apple 
  • Gio Ponti
  • Honor Glide
  • In Summation 
  • Mauralakana (FR)
  • Relaxed Gesture (IRE)
  • Royal Highness (GER)
  • Rutherienne
  • Miss World
  • Voodoo Dancer
  • Winchester