6.45 1m. 2f. 150yds. 10 Declared. Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Diamond Stakes (Group 3) of €50,000.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €30,000.00 2nd - €10,000.00 3rd - €5,000.00 4th - €2,500.00 5th - €1,500.00 6th - €1,000.00
FormscanBy Donal Murphy - DUBAI WARRIOR might be able to take this Group 3 prize on his debut for David Loughnane. The five-year-old won six times when trained by John Gosden, with all of his wins coming at all-weather venues. His two efforts at Dubai earlier this year were disappointing, but he has been gelded since and with a rating of 114 he may be able to outclass his rivals. River Eden is an interesting contender for Joseph O'Brien and the daughter of Invincible Spirit is given second preference. The winner of a barrier trial, she impressively dismissed her rivals on her official debut in July. She takes a significant step-up in class now, while also stepping up in trip. Aidan O'Brien is represented by Khartoum and Lough Derg, with the former likely to prove popular with punters. He was second in a Listed contest at the Curragh in June and has the ability to make his presence felt here. Charterhouse and Ides Of August are others with solid claims. The Ger Lyons trained latter won the valuable 'Red God' Handicap over the course and distance on his most recent start.
For three years old and upwardsWeights - 3-y-o 9st 5lbs 4-y-o and up 9st 10lbs Fillies allowed 3lbsPenalties - (to count from 1st January, 2021) Winner of a Group 2 race 3lb extra Of a Group 1 race 5lb extra