2.30 1m. 13 Declared. Queen Anne Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Str) (Class 1 ) of £750,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €425,325.00 2nd - €161,250.00 3rd - €80,700.00 4th - €40,200.00 5th - €20,175.00 6th - €10,125.00
Formscan - French raider BIG ROCK enjoyed his finest day when he ran away with the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes over course and distance last October. While he managed no better than sixth when Audience stole a march to spring a surprise in the Lockinge at Newbury last month, the son of Rock Of Gibraltar had valid excuses, having stumbled leaving the stalls, and could be a different proposition with that run under his belt. Lockinge runner-up Charyn has already enjoyed a fine season and is feared most in his bid to gain a first Group 1 success. Last year's QEII runner-up, Facteur Cheval, a winner at the top table at the Dubai Carnival when last seen, also rates a serious contender.