Race 7 at Meydan Racecourse on Saturday, 28 March 2026, unfolded as a distinguished renewal of the Group 1 Dubai Turf Sponsored by DP World, at 19:35 assembling a high-calibre international field over 1800 metres on turf. Conducted under the auspices of the Dubai Racing Club, the contest stood as a central feature of the evening’s programme, offering a substantial purse of USD 5,000,000. Open to four-year-olds and above, alongside Southern Hemisphere three-year-olds, the race reflected both depth and global representation at the highest level of competition.
The early stages were run at a measured tempo, allowing runners to settle into position before the contest intensified approaching the straight. With multiple contenders poised within range, the race ultimately hinged on timing, balance, and the ability to accelerate under pressure in the closing stages.
Ombudsman (IRE), ridden by William Buick and trained by John & Thady Gosden, produced a controlled and authoritative performance to secure victory in a time of 1:47.46. Carrying 57 kilograms, the winner travelled fluently before quickening decisively inside the final furlong to assert clear superiority.
Quddwah (GB), partnered by Cristian Demuro for trainers Simon & Ed Crisford, finished second in 1:47.77. Maintaining a prominent position throughout, the runner-up sustained a consistent effort but could not match the winner’s finishing surge.
Andreas Vesalius (IRE), trained by Ahmad bin Harmash and ridden by Connor Beasley, completed the top three in 1:47.81. The horse stayed on well in the latter stages, narrowly holding third in a closely contested finish.
The contest developed evenly through the early fractions, ensuring a compact field entering the final stages. Ombudsman’s ability to conserve energy and deliver a timely response proved decisive, underlining the importance of tactical precision in elite-level turf racing.
Race 7 reaffirmed the Dubai Turf’s standing as a premier international middle-distance event, consistently attracting strong participation and producing performances of notable quality. The programme advanced to Race 8, the Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, scheduled for 20:10.
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