It’s a lot to ask a European horse. Tail-end of the season, 12 hours on a plane, 8 hours time difference, 20 degrees temperature difference. Then the choice of racing on an alien surface or turf that is a long way from European grass and this year is probably harder than many have ever seen.
Then there is the expense for the owners and the throw of the dice in the draw.
I think the experience can ruin some two-year-olds.
So there is a lot against, with decent prize-money and breeding kudos for. If you are seeking prize-money why not go for the easier tasks in Dubai. So we are left with the international breeding operations and look who always sends a good representation.