The weather is set to ease across Dubai this weekend which is welcome news for Meydan racegoers for the lucrative Dubai World Cup after huge storms surged the area.There was even a warning for a tornado during the week but with that easing, there’s now flooding and lightning issues still to be a potential concern for the racecourse.AFPHeavy rain during huge storms have caused flooding in Dubai[/caption]talkSPORT BET Betting Offer – Get up to £35 matched if your first best loses – CLAIM HERE*Floods have affected the region the day before the Dubai World Cup, which has attracted 100 of the best flat horses all eyeing huge prize money.More rain is expected through Friday evening at Meydan with hopes that the ground can remain dry to host the big races.This comes as the region is also entrenched in conflict with Iran.The Dubai World Cup will be the first major sporting event to take place in the UAE since the conflict started in February.UAE defence systems are monitoring and continuing to shoot missiles and drones in the area but are still set to host the horse racing event.Incredible lightning strikes were seen hitting the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa and the capital city.View Tweet: https://twitter.com/hashtag/Dubai?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5EtfwView Tweet: https://twitter.com/hashtag/Dubai?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5EtfwDubai Racing Club released a statement via The National. It states: “Dubai Racing Club works closely with all relevant authorities to monitor conditions and ensure the highest standards of safety and comfort for all participants and guests.“As with any major international event, comprehensive planning is in place, and we are confident in our preparations to deliver a seamless and enjoyable Dubai World Cup experience.“Our focus remains on delivering a world-class event that brings people together through sport.”Lucrative event to survive stormsAcross the meeting there will be a plethora of races on the dirt and turf with over $30.5 million (around £22.5million) in prize money across just nine races.Jockey Ryan Moore was pulled from £7million worth of races ahead of his ride on Albert Einstein at the Curragh going to show the potentially profitable nature of this meeting.The ground could have been very testing and ruled as heavy after those storms.But it’s still listed officially as Good, with excellent drainage a huge factor in keeping the surface sound and keeping the dirt track on the fast side too.The Dubai World Cup is a spectacle of the best racing that draws worldwide attentionGettyBritish hopes for feature raceThe feature race of the meet is the Group 1 Dubai World Cup Sponsored By Emirates Airline, a 1m2f contest worth £8,888,889 where Forever Young is favourite to win for Japan.British hopes could lie on the Simon & Ed Crisford-trained and Frankel gelding Meydaan, who will be ridden by William Buick.While Heart Of Honor is also in-line for British yard Jamie Osborne and jockey Saffie Osborne.talkSPORT BET Betting Offer – Get up to £35 matched if your first best loses – CLAIM HERE*Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to talkSPORT. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.orgRemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGambleAware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.*18+ New Customers. Opt in and bet up to £35 on Horse Racing (odds 2/1+) within 7 days. If your first bet loses get your initial stake back, up to £35 in Free Bets for any sports. Free Bets expire in 7 days. Scroll down for T&Cs. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly