Bluestocking is Arc angel for Beckett in Paris

Los Angeles was third for Aidan O'Brien and Ryan Moore, with favourite Sosie fourth for Andre Fabre.

Jockey Rossa Ryan, riding Bluestocking, celebrates after winning the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. Pic: Michel Euler/AP

Bluestocking repaid the faith shown in her by connections as she soared to victory in the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.

Trained by Ralph Beckett for owner-breeders Juddmonte, the filly was supplemented for the Paris spectacular in the wake of her triumph over course and distance in the Prix Vermeille.