California Chrome Wins the 2016 Dubai World Cup
Trained by Art Sherman and ridden by Victor Espinoza, California Chrome rolled to a 3 3/4-length decision in 2:01.83 – easily a new track record for about 1 1/4 miles on the Meydan dirt. He boosted his bankroll to $12,532,650, overtaking the previous North American record holder, Curlin ($10,501,800), by more than $2 million. California Chrome also became the third Kentucky Derby winner to capture the Dubai World Cup, emulating Hall of Famer Silver Charm and Animal Kingdom.