New Approach’s stud fee has more than doubled for 2013 after a hugely successful first season for his progeny on the track.

Even if he’s an unbackable price for the vast majority of punters, Frankel’s presence in the opening Queen Anne Stakes (2.30) at Royal Ascot provides a fitting start to the flat racing’s finest week.

Daddy Long Legs gave trainer Aidan O’Brien his first winner on Dubai World Cup night when winning the UAE Derby, with better-fancied stable companion Wrote third in the Group Two race at Meydan.

Australian stars Sepoy and Helmet are set for European campaigns after tackling next year’s Dubai World Cup meeting on March 31.