Danon Decile wins the Dubai Sheema Classic.. Photos by Muhammad Sajjad
Danon Decile continued Japan’s dream run in the 29th Dubai World Cup race meeting with a magnificent win in the $6 million Dubai Sheema Classic.
The 2410 metre turf race was led by defending champion Rebel’s Romance who looked good for a back-to-back win at Meydan.
But Danon Decile produced a stunning late run, emerging from outside before gaining the lead on the home stretch.
Ridden by Japanese jockey Keita Tosaki, Danon Decile looked unstoppable and comfortably won the race.
For long periods on Saturday, Rebel’s Romance looked unstoppable on Saturday until he seemed to have lost steam on the home stretch.
Rebel’s Romance eventually finished fourth as Calandagan and Durezza finished second and third respectively.
But the race belonged to Danon Decile who captivated the 60,000 crowd at Meydan with a compelling finish.
“He is a very very good horse. It was a fantastic race, I am so happy with this victory,” Tosaki said.
“It’s a great victory for Japanese racing industry. It’s amazing to be running in Dubai and winning it. Thank you so much.”
