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Quijano, a Life-changing Experience

DUBAI — Quijano’s exceptional performance in the 2007 Dubai International Racing Carnival not only put him on the map of international racing, but also gave his now 44 year-old work rider Ilke Hildebrand a chance to change her life forever.

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Fradd: Rocket Man can Hit the Right Note

DUBAI — It will come as a surprise if Elton John doesn’t belt out one of his most popular numbers, Rocket Man, when he gallops through his extensive back catalogue of hits after the Dubai World Cup meeting on Saturday night – particularly if the Singaporean horse of the same name wins the Dubai Golden Shaheen.

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Godolphin All Set to Swoop

DUBAI — Godolphin have enjoyed a brilliant Dubai International Racing Carnival, but Simon Crisford, racing manager to the boys in blue, is under no illusions about the Herculean task facing the 20-strong Al Quoz team at Meydan on Saturday.

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