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Shayne Hope

Melbourne Cup favourite Buckaroo handed wide draw

Buckaroo has been dealt a big challenge at Flemington to become the next Melbourne Cup winner. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Chris Waller's Buckaroo has maintained his Melbourne Cup favouritism despite drawing a tough barrier for the race that stops a nation.

Waller will have almost one-quarter of the 24-horse field in Tuesday's $8 million staying test, with he and fellow champion trainer Ciaron Maher sharing nine runners between them.

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