The John Oxx-trained Harasiya stamped her class on the Group 3 Silver Flash Stakes at Leopardstown last night and was subsequently slashed to 12/1 second favourite (from 25) by Stan James for the 2013 Qipco 1,000 Guineas.

Camelot will definitely line up in the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at the Curragh this evening, although his task has been eased by two high-profile non-runners.

Aidan O’Brien admits conditions at the Curragh tonight will not be ideal as Camelot defends his unbeaten record in the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby.

Aidan O’Brien has hailed Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby favourite Camelot as “unique” as he bids to conquer unfavourable ground and maintain his unbeaten record at the Curragh on Saturday.

Camelot will face just six rivals in his bid to become the 16th horse to complete the Epsom and Irish Derby double at the Curragh on Saturday night.

British Horseracing Authority head of handicapping Phil Smith is keen to see Investec Derby hero Camelot tested against older horses so his full potential can be realised.