Laurel River steals Dubai World Cup

On a mild evening at Meydan there were plenty of thrills and a few upsets.

LAUREL RIVER winning the Dubai World Cup at Meydan in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
LAUREL RIVER winning the Dubai World Cup at Meydan in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Picture: Neville Hopwood/Getty Images

This was one of them when Laurel River  under an inspired ride from Tadgh O'Shea won by a record 8 ½ lengths from the fast-finishing Ushba Tesoro who turned the tables on his conqueror in Saudi Senor Buscador.  This was part of a double for O'Shea and trainer Bhupat Seemar.

Our biggest thrill of the night was when Brenton Avdulla rode a brilliant race on California Spangle  to put Hong Kong back on the honour board.

More results and details to follow.


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