Sir Maximilian showed the benefit of his recent run at Meydan when landing his second success in Dubai today.

He ran a stormer two weeks ago when 6th to the classy Ertijaal, and today benefited from a more favorurable draw.

Tracking the speedy Caspian Prince across to the stand-side rail, Pat Dobbs had his mount in a great place throughout the race.

Taking the lead inside the distance, Sir Maximilian saw his race out well to win by 1.25 lengths from Roicead.

His career earnings now top €400,000.