Meydan Racecourse is all dressed up to usher in the New Year when it hosts a spectacular eight-race Dubai Racing Carnival card, arguably one of the strongest of the season so far. With just three months to go until the Dubai World Cup celebrates its landmark 30th anniversary, Saturday’s meeting marks a significant shift in quality and intent. Over AED 3.2 million in prize money is on offer, underlining the growing strength of the Carnival, backed by key partnerships with the Jockey Club, France Galop, Churchill Downs and major UAE sponsors. For owners and trainers, this is a proving ground: perform well here, and bigger March targets quickly come into focus. Race snapshot Group 2 Zabeel Mile...
