Dubai World Cup Will Be ‘No. 1’ Again

Over 20 years ago, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum dreamed of bringing the world’s best thoroughbreds to Dubai. His vision became reality in 1996 when he created the Dubai World Cup, held annually at the Meydan Racecourse. In Arabic, “Meydan” suggests a place to congregate and compete; since 2010, the course’s mile-long grandstand has … Read more

Arrogate Wins Dubai World Cup Thriller

Overwhelming favourite Arrogate won the Dubai World Cup on Saturday, overcoming a poor start to claim the $10 million race. The Bob Baffert trained horse and with Mike Smith in the saddle came home ahead of Gun Runner in second and Neolithic who took third place. Four-year-old Arrogate went into the race as the odds-on … Read more