InFocus | Dubai World Cup

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    Sunday May 3

    A look at the bigger picture

    Man and horse finetune their preparation as the world prepares to witness the glory of speed and power at Nad Al Sheba today.

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    Sunday May 3

    Dubai ushers in new horse racing era

    The future of horse racing in Dubai was unveiled yesterday with pomp and ceremony on the Beach Arena at Mina Salaam, Madinat Jumeirah.

  • Sunday May 3

    Racing ahead year on year

    The Dubai International Racing Carnival that began on January 19 culminates in the 11 th running of the Dubai World Cup at Nad Al Sheba Racecourse today.

  • Sunday May 3

    Nothing less than the best...

    Some of the prominent jockeys participating in this year's Dubai World Cup race meeting. Frankie Dettori is the face of horse racing. One of the most charismatic riders in the business, Dettori is retained as first jockey to the Dubai-owned Godolphin stable.

  • Sunday May 3

    Dubai - land of the horse

    The association between Arabia and horses has been recognised worldwide for many centuries. The Arabian horse has beauty, endurance and speed and is believed to have been in existence in this part of the world for well over 3,000 years.

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    Friday Mar 27

    World's richest race

    As they come under starter's orders , whatever the outcome, horseracing fans are the winners

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    Friday Mar 27

    Racing against the clock

    An army of managers is responsible for creating the thrilling spectacle that is the Dubai World Cup

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    Friday Mar 27

    In the rider's seat

    Frankie Dettori knows that all eyes will be on him during the Dubai World Cup

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    Friday Mar 27

    Threads for the turf

    For some, the Dubai World Cup is as much about fashion as it is about racing

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    Friday Mar 27

    Legends of the track

    Celebrate the strength and beauty of the Purebred Arabian horse