2.25 1m. 4f. 11 Declared. Princess Royal Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Stakes (Fillies' & Mares' Group 3) (Class 1 ) of £80,000.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €45,368.00 2nd - €17,200.00 3rd - €8,608.00 4th - €4,288.00 5th - €2,152.00 6th - €1,080.00
Formscan - This has undoubtedly been a stellar season for Karl Burke and further Group-race success could be imminent if NOVAKAI runs anywhere near the level that saw her finish a close second in the Fillies' Mile here last October. Having shown her stamina over 1m4f with a victory in the Aphrodite on the July Course on her penultimate start, Burke's filly has proven credentials for a race of this nature and another big run is expected. Running Lion also has some high-class form to her name, but she has something to prove on her first try beyond 1m2f. Therefore, the less exposed three-year-olds Sweet Memories and Sea Theme may be more potent threats.