Dettori confident ahead of World Cup bid

Frankie Dettori says conditions for the Dubai World Cup will suit his ride, Great Scot, in Saturday’s spectacle.

Dettori has already tasted World Cup success three times in his career, having steered Dubai Millennium (2000), Moon Ballad (2003) and Electrocutionist (2006) to victory, and he will be going for a fourth triumph at Meydan.

The Italian will partner Great Scot, a Group Three winner, for Saturday’s contest and the jockey is feeling confident of his chances.

“He ran a great race in the Saudi Cup last month – it’s a good ride to get,” Dettori said, as quoted by Sporting Life. “The surface and trip will suit him, and he’s done nothing wrong in his prep for this race.”

Owner HRH Prince Faisal Bin Khaled also believes Great Scot is capable of running a big race again, saying: “I’m particularly excited about this horse ? he has really taken to the track and conditions in Riyadh, and his form here has been so consistent.

“I’m delighted he got to show how good he is against the internationals and the USA dirt horses.”