Freddie Head's golden run continued as Watar landed the Qatar Prix Chaudenay, the opening race of Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe weekend at Longchamp.

Head has enjoyed a stellar season, with Group One victories for Marchand D'Or, Goldikova and Tamayuz, and the outcome of this one-mile-seven-furlong event never looked in much doubt.

Davy Bonilla settled his mount at the rear as John Gosden's Centennial set the pace.

And though Shemima looked threatening a furlong out, Watar swooped late for a five-length victory.

"It was an impressive performance, but he may have been a little flattered as it was a small field and everything went right for us," said Head.

"We'll see how he comes out of this, but I see no reason why not to look at the Prix Royal-Oak.

"I hope he can develop into a Cup horse next season."