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Singing jockey Dolan keeps it simple in Cup spotlight

Robbie Dolan is out to grab a slice of history as the fourth jockey in the past century to win the Melbourne Cup on different horses in successive years.

AAP · Nov 3, 2025

Local hero Half Yours carries weight of a nation

Jockey Jamie Melham's shot at history in the Melbourne Cup comes as local hope Half Yours and new favourite Al Riffa are set to enjoy soft ground at Flemington.

AAP · Nov 3, 2025

Dolan whips out secret weapon in Melbourne Cup defence

Top jockey Robbie Dolan believes Royal Supremacy is a genuine Melbourne Cup chance as the Irish expat eyes another slice of Flemington history.

AAP · Nov 1, 2025

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Waller's Cox Plate 'bonus' as Via Sistina defends crown

Via Sistina has won the $6 million Cox Plate at Moonee Valley, becoming the first horse since legendary mare Winx to win the race in consecutive years.

AAP · Oct 24, 2025

J-Mac chases Cox Plate history aboard Via Sistina

James McDonald had a scary fall from Via Sistina before last year's Cox Plate but has enjoyed a smooth preparation for Saturday's $6 million Group 1 feature.

AAP · Oct 23, 2025

How Caulfield Cup favourite has prepped for big day

Co-trainer Calvin McEvoy expects the pressure of the $5 million Caulfield Cup to suit his short-priced favourite Half Yours.

AAP · Oct 17, 2025

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.

AAP · Nov 4, 2024

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Melbourne Cup fancies Vauban, Buckaroo ready to fire

Irish raider Vauban is out for Melbourne Cup redemption as Chris Waller's Buckaroo headlines the locally trained contenders in the great race's 164th edition.

AAP · Nov 4, 2024

How to watch Melbourne Cup 2024 — live stream racing online from anywhere

Hold your horses! It's time for one of the richest turf races in the world. Here's how to watch Melbourne Cup 2024 live streams — for FREE — no matter where you are.

Tom’s Guide · Nov 4, 2024

Melbourne Cup leading contenders at a glance

Some key facts and figures around the 164th edition of the Melbourne Cup, with leading trainers Chris Waller and Ciaron Maher featuring prominently.

AAP · Nov 4, 2024

Melbourne Cup favourite Buckaroo handed wide draw

Chris Waller-trained favourite Buckaroo has work to do in the Melbourne Cup after being handed a wide gate for the race that stops a nation.

AAP · Nov 2, 2024

Jamie Kah steers Goldrush Guru to Victoria Derby win

A suspected broken nose couldn't stop Jamie Kah becoming the second female jockey to win the Victoria Derby, steering Goldrush Guru to an emphatic win.

AAP · Nov 1, 2024

Melbourne Cup live stream 2023: how to watch for FREE online from anywhere – runners and riders, race time

Here's how to watch a 2023 Melbourne Cup live stream from anywhere, with Willie Mullins-trained Vauban and Absurde headlining the $8 million handicap at Flemington Racecourse.

TechRadar · Nov 6, 2023

How to watch the Melbourne Cup 2023 online and on TV

Here's how you can watch the Melbourne Cup 2023 online, ready for when it starts on Tuesday, November 7.

WhatToWatch · Nov 6, 2023

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AAP · Nov 5, 2023

Maher's Gold Trip warning ahead of Vauban Cup showdown

Gold Trip has to defy almost 50 years of history to defend his Melbourne Cup title, but trainer Ciaron Maher is confident he can beat Irish favourite Vauban.

AAP · Nov 3, 2023

Yeomans out to upstage big-name trainers on Derby Day

Lucy Yeomans heads to Flemington with a pair of Group 1 chances, including Victoria Derby hope Roguery, in her first season as co-trainer with Lloyd Kennewell.

AAP · Oct 24, 2023

Melbourne Cup champion Gold Trip set for Cox Plate

Co-trainer Ciaron Maher says Melbourne Cup champion Gold Trip has pulled up well after a third at Caulfield and is set to run in the $5 million Cox Plate.

AAP · Oct 20, 2023

Zahra punt pays off, Without A Fight wins Caulfield Cup

Without A Fight, ridden by Mark Zahra, has won the $5 million Caulfield Cup ahead of West Wind Blows, with pre-race favourite Gold Trip finishing third.

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AAP · Oct 20, 2023

Favourite Gold Trip faces stiff Caulfield Cup battle

Gold Trip is the Caulfield Cup favourite but Irish hoop John Allen is confident Duke De Sessa can challenge in Saturday's "wide open" 2400m test.

AAP · Oct 3, 2023

Racing heavyweights, AFL stars set for spring carnival

Soulcombe, part-owned by six Richmond players, appears set for a big spring, but Gold Trip trainer Ciaron Maher is backing his 2022 Melbourne Cup winner.

Irish Mirror · Jun 19, 2023

Royal Ascot 2023 tips: Five international runners to back this week

Royal Ascot has attracted its largest crop of overseas challengers in a while with horses travelling from Australia, the US, Hong Kong as well as Europe

Newcastle Herald · Nov 2, 2022

Gold Trip win in Melbourne Cup another success for Australian Bloodstock talent scout

Growing up, Luke Murrell thought being a rugby league talent scout - just like his neighbour, foundation Knights coaching director Allan Bell - would be "awesome".

AAP · Nov 1, 2022

Maher team has taste for more Cup success

Trainer Ciaron Maher has already turned his attention to the 2023 Melbourne Cup with this year's winner Gold Trip.

The New Daily · Nov 1, 2022

Melbourne Cup 2022: From Gold Trip win to jaw-dropping fashion, there’s much to celebrate

From making history on Gold Trip to all the fashion, celebrities, TV and sports stars, to the punters who made the 2022 Melbourne Cup.

ABC News · Nov 1, 2022

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