DRAKAINA

MICHAEL GRANTHAM · WILLIAM PIKE · 6yo Mare

Resumes after six months off as the defending winner, having won this race last year. Her final run before the break was a plain seventh in a BM78+ at Belmont Park, beaten just under three lengths after having every chance, though the second to Sir Dreamalot prior was better. Trial win helps, but her latest race form leaves her with ground to make up.