Two top American horses meet some of the world's best in the Saudi Cup (G1) including the aptly-named Saudi Crown.
National Treasure
Preakness Stakes (G1) winner National Treasure was well prepared by Bob Baffert to hang on in the $3 million World Cup.
A field of 12 will contest the 1 1/8 mile invitational race on a stakes-filled card at Gulfstream on January 27.
A full field of 12 is expected for the Jan. 27 Pegasus World Cup at Gulfstream Park, including handicap stars First Mission and Saudi Crown.
The Travers is among the most prestigious races for sophomores, and predates all three Triple Crown races.
Scratched the morning of the Kentucky Derby (G1) as the favourite, Forte is back to try the 1 1/2 mile Belmont.
It was a day of mixed emotions for trainer Bob Baffert, who sent out National Treasure to win the Preakness.
