Top U.S. Runners Highlight Dubai World Cup Noms
The Dubai World Cup, the world’s richest horse race, is set to take place on March 25, 2023, at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The race, which offers a total purse of $30,000,000, has attracted a field of 14 horses, including some of the top runners from the United States.
American Hopefuls
Among the American horses nominated for the Dubai World Cup are Country Grammer, Hot Rod Charlie, and Life Is Good. Country Grammer, a 5-year-old colt trained by Bob Baffert, has won four of his last five starts, including the Grade 1 Hollywood Gold Cup and the Grade 1 Pacific Classic. Hot Rod Charlie, a 4-year-old colt trained by Doug O’Neill, has won three of his last four starts, including the Grade 1 Breeders’ Cup Classic. Life Is Good, a 4-year-old colt trained by Todd Pletcher, has won four of his last five starts, including the Grade 1 Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes.
International Competition
The American horses will face stiff competition from a field of international runners, including Mishriff, the winner of the 2021 Breeders’ Cup Turf, and Adayar, the winner of the 2021 Epsom Derby. Mishriff, a 5-year-old colt trained by John Gosden, has won seven of his 14 career starts, including the 2022 Saudi Cup. Adayar, a 4-year-old colt trained by Charlie Appleby, has won four of his seven career starts, including the 2022 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
Race Day
The Dubai World Cup will be run on a dirt track at a distance of 2,000 meters (about 1 1/4 miles). The race will be broadcast live on NBC Sports and TVG.
Betting Odds
Mishriff is the morning line favorite for the Dubai World Cup, with odds of 9-5. Country Grammer is the second choice at 5-2, followed by Hot Rod Charlie at 3-1 and Life Is Good at 4-1.
History
The Dubai World Cup was first run in 1996 and has been won by some of the greatest horses in history, including Cigar, Dubai Millennium, Curlin, and Arrogate. The race has also been won by several American horses, including Silver Charm (1998), Captain Steve (2001), and California Chrome (2016).
Economic Impact
The Dubai World Cup is a major economic event for Dubai. The race generates millions of dollars in revenue for the city and helps to promote Dubai as a global tourism destination.
Conclusion
The Dubai World Cup is one of the most prestigious horse races in the world and is a must-see event for any racing fan. The race is sure to be an exciting one, with several top horses from around the world competing for the $30 million purse.
