Zarkava faces Arc destiny

Zarkava will face 15 rivals as she bids to become the first filly since 1993 to win Europe’s most prestigious race, the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe.

Alain de Royer-Dupre’s superstar is unbeaten in six starts with her last three victories all coming at Group One level.

Only Aidan O’Brien’s outsider Song Of Hiawatha was taken out of the 12-furlong race at the final declaration stage, leaving a field of 16.

O’Brien will still be strongly represented as he bids to win the race for the second successive year as he has Duke Of Marmalade, Soldier Of Fortune and Red Rock Canyon.

Youmzain will attempt to go one better than last year and give Mick Channon an emotional success.

Sir Michael Stoute has two live chances with Ask, the choice of stable jockey Ryan Moore, and Papal Bull who will have Jimmy Fortune on board.

Zambezi Sun will be looking to put up a better performance than last year for Pascal Bary while French Derby winner Vision D’Etat is another looking to protect an unbeaten record.

Getaway represents French master trainer Andre Fabre and Godolphin rely on Schiaparelli.

Meisho Samson will have the backing of the whole of Japan while Germany’s champion three-year-old Kamsin runs after being supplemented earlier in the week.

It’s Gino, Blue Bresil and Cima De Triomphe complete the field.