The Latest Breaking News from Gai Waterhouse

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

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.

AAP · Nov 4, 2024

Decision still to be made on Cup favourite Via Sistina

Trainer Chris Waller says connections are weighing up if Melbourne Cup favourite Via Sistina will race, but international Jan Brueghel has been ruled out.

AAP · Oct 28, 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

Mullins eyes more Irish Melbourne Cup success

Willie Mullins has a strong Melbourne Cup hand with favourite Vauban and well-backed stablemate Absurde in the running to win the $8 million feature.

AAP · Nov 6, 2023

Jockey great Oliver ready for Melbourne Cup finale

Damien Oliver is hoping a final fling aboard European import Alenquer will help him secure a fourth Melbourne Cup victory before his retirement.

AAP · Oct 30, 2023

Joe Pride-trained sprinters set for Everest showdown

Trainer Joe Pride is confident stablemates Private Eye and Think About It are ready to give The Everest a shake.

AAP · Oct 13, 2023

Legendary trainer Gai Waterhouse hits back at "crap" claims the sport kills horses

Gai Waterhouse, the most successful female trainer in the world often described as 'racing's first lady', said people had become "weak and prissy", speaking at a lunch in Sydney

Daily Mirror · Mar 30, 2023

Inside incredible £55million horse sale where the wealthiest splash their cash

Four-time Group 1-winning filly Alcohol Free sold for a huge price at the Tattersalls sale, which recorded record turnover of around £55 million. She will race on in Australia from Gai Waterhouse's stable

Daily Mirror · Nov 30, 2022