Superb Treve again the leading lady in Arc romp

Treve contrived to make a comeback nothing short of remarkable for a second consecutive Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe in a moment at Longchamp which will stand alongside those through any era of France’s most prestigious race.

Written off by virtually everyone bar trainer Criquette Head-Maarek, having failed to strike in an eventful three starts since last October’s glorious spectacle, she became only the seventh dual winner in the event’s 94-year history and the first since Alleged in 1978.

Treve (11-1) now heads towards imminent retirement with her legacy assured, and while it was a mere two-length margin over Flintshire rather than her five from 12 months earlier, to have seen her oblige in much the same commanding manner under Thierry Jarnet took the breath away from all those in Paris.