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UAE to Criminalize Steroid Use in Horses

UAE to Criminalize Steroid Use in Horses

Sheikh Mohammed said he has directed that a decree be issued making the import, sale, purchase, or use of anabolic steroids in horse sports a criminal offense under the UAE penal laws.

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Pedigree: Bringing the Battle to Kentucky

Pedigree: Bringing the Battle to Kentucky

Aidan O'Brien noted that Lines of Battle was sent to Dubai with the specific purpose of picking up Kentucky Derby-qualifying points offered in the race, and he earned 100 points, assuring him a spot in the starting gate.

 Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Plans to Grow Racing in China are 'Ambitious'

The Hong Kong Jockey Club is taking a 'wait and see' approach on the impact of a new racetrack on mainland China.

 Friday, April 26, 2013

Pat Cummings' March 30 Dubai World Cup Picks

Pat Cummings presents an analysis of racing March 30 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan in the United Arab Emirates. Presented by AmWest Entertainment.

 Thursday, March 28, 2013

Meydan Partners Plan Race Meeting in China

Officials of Dubai-based Meydan Group and Chinese authorities March 28 announced plans to hold an international race meeting in October in Chengdu in southwestern China.

 Thursday, March 28, 2013
Parbhoo Reflects on Tragedy and History

Parbhoo Reflects on Tragedy and History

Dubai is a mix of tough memories and a great opportunity for trainer Shivananda Parbhoo. His last trip to Dubai was last year with ill-fated Giant Ryan. Now he is trying to make racing history with Trinniberg.

 Thursday, March 28, 2013
Royal Delta 'Enchanting' Onlookers at Meydan

Royal Delta 'Enchanting' Onlookers at Meydan

Besilu Stable's Royal Delta puts on an enchanting performance March 27 in Dubai, working three furlongs in :35.64 at Meydan in advance of the Dubai World Cup sponsored by Emirates (UAE-I).

 Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Animal Kingdom Draws Post 12 in World Cup

Animal Kingdom Draws Post 12 in World Cup

Animal Kingdom, winner of the 2011 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), drew post 12 of 13 when the field was drawn March 27 for the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) at Meydan March 30.

 Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Dullahan, Little Mike in 'Good Shape' in UAE

Dullahan, Little Mike in 'Good Shape' in UAE

Little Mike and Dullahan have emerged from their initial races in Dubai in good order, and trainer Dale Romans plans to send them for workouts March 24 prior to their starts on World Cup Day.

 Monday, March 18, 2013

Pat Cummings' Dubai Picks: March 9

Pat Cummings presents an analysis of racing March 9 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan in the United Arab Emirates. The Super Saturday card includes starts by Dullahan and Little Mike, and the group I Jebel Hatta.

 Thursday, March 07, 2013

Britain to Expand 'Champions Day' to Two Days

Newmarket will host three group I races for 2-year-olds during the Dubai Future Champions Day, which will be run the day before British Champions Day at Ascot.

 Tuesday, March 05, 2013
Little Mike, Dullahan Jog at Meydan

Little Mike, Dullahan Jog at Meydan

America's Super Saturday contenders, Breeders' Cup Turf winner Little Mike and multiple grade I winner Dullahan, were released from quarantine and visited Meydan's all-weather track for the first time on March 4.

 Monday, March 04, 2013

Pat Cummings' Dubai Picks: March 2

Pat Cummings presents an analysis of racing March 2 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan in the United Arab Emirates. The card includes the $250,000 Zabeel Mile (UAE-II) and the $200,000 Nad Al Sheba Trophy (UAE-III).

 Friday, March 01, 2013
Dullahan, Little Mike Arrive in Dubai

Dullahan, Little Mike Arrive in Dubai

Dale Romans' grade I winners are aiming for races during the Dubai World Cup Carnival's Super Saturday March 9 as preps for group I races being run on Dubai World Cup day March 30.

 Friday, March 01, 2013

Pat Cummings' Dubai Picks: Feb. 28

Pat Cummings presents an analysis of racing Feb. 28 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan Racecourse in the United Arab Emirates. The card includes the $250,000 UAE Oaks (UAE-III).

 Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Treble Jig Tops Entries to Dubai Sale

Treble Jig, a group III-winning son of Gone West, heads the list of 131 horses entered in the Emirates Racing Authority horses in training sale March 6 at Meydan Racecourse in the United Arab Emirates.

 Sunday, February 24, 2013

Pat Cummings' Dubai Picks: Feb. 21

Pat Cummings presents an analysis of racing Feb. 21 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan Racecourse in the United Arab Emirates. The card includes the $250,000 Al Fahidi Fort (UAE-II) and $200,000 Balanchine (UAE-II).

 Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Pat Cummings' Dubai Picks: Feb. 14

Pat Cummings presents an analysis of racing Feb. 14 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan Racecourse in the United Arab Emirates.

 Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Pat Cumming's Dubai Picks: Jan. 31

Pat Cummings presents an analysis of racing Jan. 31 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan Racecourse in the United Arab Emirates.

 Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Pat Cumming's Dubai Picks: Jan. 24

Pat Cummings' analysis of racing Jan. 24 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan Racecourse in the United Arabe Emirates.

 Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Pat's Dubai Picks: Jan. 17

Pat Cummings' analysis of racing Jan. 17 at the Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan Racecourse.

 Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Jockey Hill to Ride in Saudi Arabia and Dubai

Jockey Hill to Ride in Saudi Arabia and Dubai

Jockey Channing Hill, who has hung his tack at Arlington Park for the 2012 racing season, will ride in Saudi Arabia and Dubai for six months following the Sept. 8 weekend.

 Saturday, September 08, 2012
Ferguson a New British Racing School Trustee

Ferguson a New British Racing School Trustee

John Ferguson, the bloodstock manager for Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed, has joined the British Racing School's board of trustees, it was announced recently in England. The board has 12 members.

 Sunday, June 03, 2012
And They're Off: Opening Day Edition

And They're Off: Opening Day Edition

Lenny and Steve discuss A.P. Indy, Dubai, and counter-attack the New York Times.

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 Wednesday, April 04, 2012
Schiappa Has Confidence in the 'Dude'

Schiappa Has Confidence in the 'Dude'

Game On Dude co-owner handled the media with ease while trainer Bob Baffert was hospitalized. Now that Baffert has been released, Schiappa is confident Game On Dude is ready for a strong showing in the Dubai World Cup.

 Friday, March 30, 2012
Giant Ryan, The Factor Go for the Gold

Giant Ryan, The Factor Go for the Gold

Giant Ryan and The Factor, the U.S. representatives in the Dubai Golden Shaheen, have worked well on the Tapeta surface at Meydan Racecourse and appear primed for big efforts.

 Friday, March 30, 2012
Dubai Interview: Frankie Dettori

Dubai Interview: Frankie Dettori

Simon Burgess talks with jockey Frankie Dettori, who has 7 mounts on the Dubai World Cup program including African Story.

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 Friday, March 30, 2012
Dubai Interview: Peter Snowden

Dubai Interview: Peter Snowden

Simon Burgess talks with Peter Snowden, trainer of Helmet, who runs, in the UAE Derby, and Sepoy, Dubai Golden Shaheen contender. Sponsored by AmWest

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 Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Dubai Interview: Patrick Shaw (Rocket Man)

Dubai Interview: Patrick Shaw (Rocket Man)

Simon Burgess talks with Patrick Shaw, trainer of Rocket Man, the 2011 Dubai Golden Shaheen winner, who returns to defend his title in 2012. Sponsored by AmWest

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 Tuesday, March 27, 2012
A Champion Filly's Work Is Never Really Done

A Champion Filly's Work Is Never Really Done

Royal Delta galloped around Meydan Racecourse just after sunrise on March 25 and then returned to school in the paddock as the last rays of daylight tickled the towers of Dubai's emphatic skyline

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 Monday, March 26, 2012
Baffert Runners Work, Royal Delta Gallops

Baffert Runners Work, Royal Delta Gallops

Game On Dude worked four furlongs in :48 2/5 at Meydan March 26 in preparation for a start in the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) March 31 at the Dubai racecourse.

 Monday, March 26, 2012
Sutherland Readies for Historic Ride in Dubai

Sutherland Readies for Historic Ride in Dubai

Chantal Sutherland knows all about the historical barriers she will shatter when Bob Baffert gives her a leg up on Game On Dude in the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I).

 Thursday, March 22, 2012
Leon: Royal Delta Has 'Real Shot' to Win Cup

Leon: Royal Delta Has 'Real Shot' to Win Cup

Benjamin Leon Jr. is ready for his international adventure with Royal Delta. The 4-year-old daughter of Empire Maker is scheduled to run in the 17th edition of the $10 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) March 31.

 Wednesday, March 21, 2012
World Cup Fields Loaded With Elite Runners

World Cup Fields Loaded With Elite Runners

At least 48 grade/group I winners and more than 20 champions or classic winners are expected to meet in what will be the world's richest day of racing, the $27 million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) program at Meydan March 31.

 Sunday, March 18, 2012
Slideshow: Dubai Super Saturday

Slideshow: Dubai Super Saturday

View races and scenes from Super Saturday at Dubai!

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 Sunday, March 11, 2012
Slideshow: Dubai Super Saturday Preview

Slideshow: Dubai Super Saturday Preview

View contenders for Super Saturday at Meydan.

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 Thursday, March 08, 2012
Turf Stars Set for Dubai Super Saturday

Turf Stars Set for Dubai Super Saturday

More than 20 international grade/group I winners are likely to compete on the March 10 Dubai Super Saturday card of seven stakes at Meydan worth a total of $1,775,000.

 Tuesday, March 06, 2012
What's Going On Here: All-Weather Cup

What's Going On Here: All-Weather Cup

Synthetic experience key to decisions to ship to Dubai

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 Tuesday, March 06, 2012
2011-2012 UAE Racing Schedule Released

2011-2012 UAE Racing Schedule Released

The Emirates Racing Authority has approved the calendar for the 2011/2012 racing seasons at Jebel Ali Racecourse, Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, Meydan Racecourse, and Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club.

 Monday, August 15, 2011

NYRA, ESPN in Deal to Televise Races in Dubai

The New York Racing Association has reached an agreement with ESPN to televise up to 13 weekends of racing to the United Arab Emirates, including Dubai.

 Monday, June 06, 2011
Record-Setting Field Set in World Cup

Record-Setting Field Set in World Cup

The 14 horses ready to start in the $10-million Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) March 26 are expected to make history as the highest earning field in racing history outside Japan.

 Sunday, March 20, 2011
No Dubai World Cup for Game On Dude

No Dubai World Cup for Game On Dude

Although Bob Baffert's request for a Dubai World Cup (UAE-I) invitation for his Santa Anita Handicap (gr. I) winner Game On Dude was duly delivered by the Dubai Racing Club, the gelding will be staying in his stall.

 Monday, March 14, 2011
The Week In Photos: March 13, 2011

The Week In Photos: March 13, 2011

Racing from Dubai, Australia and horses like Uncle Mo and Tackleberry.

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 Monday, March 14, 2011

Dick's Dubai Picks for Feb. 17

Dick Powell's picks for the Dubai Carnival Feb. 17, including the Al Fahidi Fort Stakes (UAE-IIT) sponsored by Commercial Bank of Dubai.

 Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Zanzamar Gallant In Defeat

South African breds Zanzamar and J J The Jet Plane catch the eye at Meydan in Dubai.

 Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Dick's Dubai Picks for Feb. 10

Dick's Dubai Picks for Feb. 10

Dick Powell's picks for the Dubai Carnival Feb. 10., including the $250,000 UAE 2000 Guineas (UAE-III) sponsored by Dubal.

 Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Borel will ride in Dubai's Meydan Masters

Borel will ride in Dubai's Meydan Masters

Calvin Borel, who won an unprecedented third Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) in four years while aboard Super Saver in 2010, will represent the United States in the Meydan Masters jockey competition in Dubai,

 Wednesday, February 09, 2011

Eye in Dubai: Feb. 8

Godolphin's Gayego is scheduled to run Feb. 10 in Dubai.

 Tuesday, February 08, 2011
Dick's Dubai Picks: Feb. 5

Dick's Dubai Picks: Feb. 5

Handicapper Dick Powell's picks for the Dubai Carnival races Feb. 5.

 Friday, February 04, 2011

AmWest to Distribute Dubai Racing Signal

For the second year in a row, AmWest Entertainment will offer worldwide distribution of the racing signal for wagering on the Dubai International Racing Carnival from Meydan Racecourse.

 Tuesday, January 11, 2011
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