The iconic trophy on display

A violinist welcomes guests to the event

Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed attended the iconic races

Excitement in the air as crowds form

Guests dressed in their very best, with eye-catching hats

Horses kick up dust under their feet as they thunder through the race

Dark Saffron and rider Beasley

Magnitude and jockey Jose Ortiz made all the running to deny red-hot favourite Forever Young

After the Dubai World Cup triumph, Jose Ortiz was all smiles as he proudly held up the trophy, celebrating a remarkable victory by Magnitude.