Charlie and Mark Johnston’s Dubai Mile could be headed for the Breeders’ Cup after showing great tenacity to land the Criterium de Saint-Cloud under Daniel Muscutt – a rider enjoying a first Group One victory.
The Roaring Lion colt dug deep to hold off John and Thady Gosden’s Arrest, who loomed on his inside but was never allowed to pass in a battle to the line.
Dubai Mile, now a veritable bargain as purchased for just ?20,000, eventually triumphed by a head from his British rival in the 10-furlong contest.
“It’s fantastic the way he’s come back today, I think it was a tremendous ride by the jockey,” Mark Johnston told Sky Sports Racing.
“The horse has surprised people, including us, along the way. He has this style of running where, in every race, he looks green. This is his fifth race now and he still looks a little bit green, but he’s clearly got a tremendous attitude.
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