Camelot has emerged as clear favourite for tomorrow’s Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp after faring far better than market rival Orfevre in the draw for stalls positions.

John Gosden’s formidable hand for next month’s Ladbrokes St Leger gained further strength as Thought Worthy confirmed himself a major player with victory in the Neptune Investment Management Great Voltigeur Stakes at York yesterday.

Roger Varian will decide closer to the race whether Shimmering Surf will make a quick reappearance in the Darley Yorkshire Oaks after her fine run in France on Saturday.