A former British All‑Weather Champion Jockey reached a major personal milestone on a day full of surprises, as fancied runners fell short and the Dubai Racing Carnival’s appeal opened up in exciting, multi-dimensional ways. Amid the drama, birthday boy Pat Dobbs, a regular and much‑loved figure in UAE racing, enjoyed a double dose of success, proving that Meydan Racecourse is a stage where wonderful things happen. At the heart of the evening was the continued success of UK raiders, led by high-class handicapper Dividend, who triumphed in the Lord Glitters Handicap , the feature race of the night. Pat Dobbs, a firm favourite with racing fans in the UAE, celebrated his birthday in style with a...
