Fireworks herald end of Dubai World Cup 2023

Racing fans watch display at Meydan

Fireworks at the closing of the Dubai World Cup 2023. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National

It was party time at Meydan as another edition of the event ended

The organisers put on a spectacular show

Yuga Kawada and Ushba Tesoro were the heroes as they claimed the $12 million prize

It was only the second time Japan won the race after Victoire Pisa in 2011

Tesoro powered from the middle of the pack to win by two and three quarter lengths

Racing fans watch the firework display

James Doyle and Algiers were second and Emblem Road third

More Dubai World Cup fireworks

More Dubai World Cup fireworks

More Dubai World Cup fireworks

More Dubai World Cup fireworks

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