The 27th Dubai World Cup on Saturday, March 25, is set to attract some of the world’s best trainers, jockeys and horses to Meydan Racecourse, and here are five things to watch out for. The best horse in the world He’s called Equinox, trained in Japan and he’s very, very good.
He runs in the $6 million Longines Dubai Sheema Classic and is one of a record 27 Japanese runners on the night. Last year they won five races, how many trophies will they take home this time? Frankie Dettori’s last ride in Dubai He’s the world’s most famous jockey and he’s retiring at the end of the year.
Dettori’s career was arguably made in Dubai thanks to his association with Godolphin. He’s won four editions of the Dubai World Cup and will defend last year’s title on Country Grammer which is likely to be his last ride at Meydan.
Will we see that famous flying dismount one last time? Cheer on your country There are 130 horses from 13 different countries racing on Saturday, including five from Hong Kong, four from Ireland and one from Australia.