THE Arc was just one of several Group 1s across the weekend at ParisLongchamp, and the other supporting races punched pretty hard also.

Anapurna returned to winning form on Saturday in the Qatar Prix de Royallieu, seemingly helped by the increase in distance (to one mile and six furlongs) and a front-running ride, though the fractions she set were fair at best. She responded generously when required and ran a 107 overall time, boosted to 113 on sectionals.