Dubai World Cup: Majestic Lord North rules the Turf for the third time

Dubai World Cup: Majestic Lord North rules the Turf for the third time

Twelve months ago, the son of Dubawi powered home to dead-heat with Japanese raider Panthalassa, but this time did not leave anything to the judge when crossing the finish rather comfortably

Frankie Dettori rides Lord North to victory. — Photo by Neeraj Murali

Published: Sat 25 Mar 2023, 9:16 PM Last updated: Sun 26 Mar 2023, 12:34 AM

Lord North, a horse with one of the most stately names in the sport, made racing history on Saturday when he won the $5 million Dubai Turf (G1) for the third year in succession and with all his wins coming under Frankie Dettori’s exquisite handling.

Twelve months ago, the son of Dubawi powered home to dead-heat with Japanese raider Panthalassa, but this time did not leave anything to the judge when crossing the finish rather comfortably, three-quarters of a length clear of Danon Beluga, who was representing the Land of the Rising Sun.

Trained by John and Thady Gosden, Lord North looked every inch the star that he set out to be when posting an imperious three-length victory in 2021.

"It's amazing," said Dettori, who was riding at the Dubai World Cup meeting for the final time before he retires from the sport at the end of the