When is the Dubai World Cup 2017? Latest betting, runners and TV times ahead of the action at Meydan racecourse

DUBAI will host the world's richest race meeting this Saturday (March 25).

Nearly £25million will be up for grabs with nine Group races being contested.

The Dubai World Cup alone is worth a whopping £8million.

Here's all you need to know for Saturday's card at Meydan.

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What time are the races?

The first race of the meeting is the Godolphin Mile at 11.45am.

The final race of the card, the Dubai World Cup, is due off at 4.45pm.

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Where can I watch the races?

You can watch the action on and .

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Are there any British and Irish-trained horses running?

Yes, plenty! Here are the horses travelling over...

Who are the favourites?

Top American horse Arrogate is the 1-3 favourite for the Dubai World Cup. He was last seen winning the Pegasus World Cup - the richest dirt race on the planet.

Postponed, from the Roger Varian stable, is the 15-8 favourite for the Dubai Sheema Classic. He won the race last year but was beaten into second on his reappearance at Meydan.