Zark de Triomphe

ANTICIPATION and expectation gave way to awe and amazement as the incredible Zarkava confirmed herself a genuine champion with a stunning success in the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp yesterday.

Wins over a mile, a mile and quarter and a mile and a half have come alike to Alain de Royer-Dupre’s three-year-old since she arrived on the scene with a Group One win on this card 12 months ago.

Owned by the Aga Khan, Zarkava has built up a faultless CV with victories in the French 1000 Guineas and Oaks and she gave her career record a gilt-edged appearance when slaying older colts in the autumn showpiece.