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J-Mac's green light for Meydaan ahead of Cup tilt

UK raider Meydaan has given superstar jockey James McDonald plenty of reason for optimism ahead of the $10 million Melbourne Cup at Flemington.

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60 years ago, supermodel Jean Shrimpton’s Cup outfit shocked the nation – but few know the full story

Today marks 60 years since English photographic model Jean Shrimpton, dubbed “The Shrimp”, caused a stir among conservative racegoers at the Melbourne Cup.

The Conversation

Treasurer hits back as opposition slaps panic button

The coalition has sought to link a recent rise in inflation and unemployment to the 1970s economic malaise, but analysts say there is no need to panic.

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'Big, strong': Cup impost no concern for Zahra

Mark Zahra will chase his third Melbourne Cup triumph in four years when he rides topweight Al Riffa at Flemington in the race that stops a nation.

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Payne's goosebumps at thought of more female Cup glory

Trailblazing jockey Michelle Payne will be "cheering hard" for Jamie Melham, Celine Gaudray and Rachel King in the $10 million Melbourne Cup at Flemington.

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Ethical Diamond’s Melbourne Cup absence shows drawbacks of micro-managing risk

Ruling a likely favourite out of Australia’s biggest race on vets’ advice about a past injury only makes it harder for overseas horses to run there

The Guardian - UK

Let the party begin: Early Aussie joy at Royal Ascot

Australian two-time Melbourne Cup-winning jockey Mark Zahra won the first race at Royal Ascot, a success that was to elude King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

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It’s the most American of sports, so why is the NFL looking to Melbourne for international games?

Melbourne’s status as the sporting capital of Australia is well-established: the Victorian city hosts annual events such as the Australian Open tennis tournament, the Formula 1 Grand Prix, Melbourne Cup horseracing carnival, Boxing Day cricket Test and more.

The Conversation

J-Mac, Via Sistina round out Cup carnival in style

Via Sistina, Australia's best racehorse, has produced another dominant performance under James McDonald in the Group 1 Champions Stakes at Flemington.

AAP

Knight's Choice an omen for thousands of Hunter punters in the Melbourne Cup

More than 60,000 bets were placed per minute on Melbourne Cup Day.

Newcastle Herald

Brimson referred to NRL, manager explains betting post

The Titans have referred AJ Brimson to the NRL Integrity Unit over a social media post on Melbourne Cup day, but his manager Jim Banaghan has an explanation.

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How Robbie Dolan celebrated Melbourne Cup success

Irish jockey Robbie Dolan has delivered another stunning performance alongside pop star Ronan Keating as he revelled in his Melbourne Cup success.

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J-Mac continues hot Flemington form on Cup day

Red-hot jockey James McDonald was left without a ride in the $8.5 million feature but didn't leave Flemington empty handed on Melbourne Cup day.

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Jockey Robbie Dolan goes from star turn on The Voice to live out Melbourne Cup dream

Irish-born Dolan better known for singing on the talent show than his horsecraft until riding Knight’s Choice to victory at Flemington

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Newcastle Herald

Knight's Choice the right choice for Newcastle Melbourne Cup punters

Punters and fashionistas celebrated the races.

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'Carnival of cruelty': protests amid call to cancel Cup

Animal welfare advocates are calling for an end to horse racing, with the Greens labelling the Melbourne Cup a 'carnival of cruelty'.

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Your Annual Reminder That The Only Acceptable Melbourne Cup Activity Is The Kath & Kim Races Ep

Only fewls celebrate the murder of horses!

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Stunned silence at Flemington over Melbourne Cup winner

Socialite Nicky Hilton Rothschild and model Liz Hurley were among famous faces at Flemington, as the crowd was stunned by the Melbourne Cup winner.

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The Canberra Times

Melbourne Cup winning jockey Pat Hyland lists Nar Nar Goon North farm

The iconic estate has a price guide of $11 to $12 million.

Newcastle Herald

A Flemington favourite, Melbourne Cup aspirant and Big Dance trifecta

Local interest across interstate tracks amid Australia's iconic race.

The Canberra Times

Police warning to Melbourne Cup revellers as temperatures soar

Police out in force on big day for racing and race-watching.

AAP

Dolan singing after huge Cup upset on Knight's Choice

Rank outsider Knight's Choice has won the Melbourne Cup in a photo finish from Warp Speed, with Okita Soushi third in the $8.5 million feature at Flemington.

The Independent UK

2024 Melbourne Cup tips: Predictions, best bets and odds for the race Down Under

Free Melbourne Cup betting tips ahead of Tuesday’s race at Fleminginton Racecourse

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Breakers bludgeon Melbourne in NBL blowout

The top-of-the-table NBL blockbuster on Melbourne Cup eve turned into a wake for United, embarrassed by the NZ Breakers by 34 points.

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Female jockeys, trainers on equal Cup footing

Almost a decade after Michelle Payne became the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup, a record four women riders will contest Tuesday's edition.

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