Saint-Cloud Racecourse
On his racecourse debut Dernier Empereur, ridden by Thierry Jarnet, won a minor race over 1500 metres at Saint-Cloud Racecourse on 12 October. In November he was moved up in class and distance for the Group Three Prix des Chênes over 1600 metres at Évry. He started the 11/10 favourite, but despite finishing strongly he was beaten a length by Dancienne.