Shimah, general 16-1 second-favourite for next year's Stan James 1000 Guineas, will make the leap to Group One level in what should prove a highly-informative contest at the Curragh on Sunday week.

Kevin Prendergast is planning to send the Storm Cat filly for the Independent Waterford Wedgwood Phoenix Stakes following her impressive Listed success on the first day of the Irish Derby meeting last month.

"She runs in the Phoenix Stakes on Sunday week," the trainer said.

"She couldn't be better and I'm hoping she can continue progressing at the Curragh."

Shimah's victory at the Curragh further enhanced the family's decent record for Prendergast, with half-siblings Haatef, Ulfah and Wayalef all having scored for the County Kildare handler.

But she will face a tough test, with current 2000 Guineas market leader and Royal Ascot winner Art Connoisseur among those likely to be in opposition.

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