The future of Breeders’ Cup Classic hero Raven’s Pass has yet to be decided.

John Gosden’s Raven’s Pass created history at Santa Anita by becoming the first horse trained in Britain to win the €6.25m Breeders’ Cup Classic.

Johnny Murtagh and Aidan O’Brien made the perfect start to their 2008 association when Georgebernardshaw struck at the Curragh.

American raider Diamond Stripes struck the first blow on Dubai World Cup night by battling gamely to win the Godolphin Mile.

Connections of Curlin were satisfied after the American Horse of the Year was handed stall 12 for Saturday’s 6million Dubai World Cup.