Baffert ready to take on world again with superstar Arrogate

Nicholas Godfrey talks to the legendary trainer about his dazzling champion

Bob Baffert in the limelight at this week's Longines World Best Racehorse ceremony

Bob Baffert is hoping Arrogate and stablemate Hoppertunity can finish one-two in Dubai World CupCredit: Eamonn M. McCormack

If the mission to Meydan represents a new departure for the lanky roan colt Arrogate as the four-year-old has his first (and probably only) run outside America, it is familiar ground indeed for his trainer Bob Baffert.

The Dubai regular won the World Cup when it was held at Nad Al Sheba with Silver Charm and Captain Steve in 1998 and 2001.

Baffert, one of the most recognisable faces in the racing world, loves the place – despite suffering a heart attack there in 2012 before the World Cup meeting: "I tell you, Dubai has the best healthcare system in the world," he laughs.

Read the full story

Read award-winning journalism from the best writers in racing, with exclusive news, interviews, columns, investigations, stable tours and subscriber-only emails.

Subscribe to unlock

Racing Post digital newspaper (worth over £100 per month)
Award-winning journalism from the best writers in racing
Expert tips from the likes of Tom Segal and Paul Kealy
Replays and results analysis from all UK and Irish racecourses
Form study tools including the Pro Card and Horse Tracker
Extensive archive of statistics covering horses, trainers, jockeys, owners, pedigree and sales data

Already a subscriber?Log in

Published on 22 March 2017inDubai Carnival

Last updated 14:49, 24 March 2017

Copy