The Latest Breaking News from the Melbourne Cup

Three-time Melbourne Cup winner Makybe Diva dies

Iconic Australian racehorse Makybe Diva, who won the Melbourne Cup three times, has died after a colic attack.

AAP · Feb 28

Melbourne Cup 2025: Jamie Melham follows in Michelle Payne’s footsteps with win aboard Half Yours

Jockey Jamie Melham has become the second woman to win the Melbourne Cup after Half Yours saluted on a wet track under cloudy signs at Flemington

The Guardian - AU · Nov 4, 2025

Could a cheetah win the Melbourne Cup?

Every year on the first Tuesday of November, many Australians tune in to watch “the race that stops a nation”: the Melbourne Cup.

The Conversation · Nov 3, 2025

At least 174 racehorses died from racing or training injuries in past 12 months in Australia, report finds

That’s the highest number recorded by the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses since they began tracking deaths 10 years ago

The Guardian - AU · Oct 27, 2025

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.

AAP · Oct 27, 2025

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 · Nov 6, 2024

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

The Guardian - AU · Nov 5, 2024

Top Sports Aussies Love to Bet On: From AFL to Horse Racing

Sports betting is woven deeply into Australian culture, with millions of fans placing wagers on their favorite events each year. Whether it's the thrill of horse racing or the excitement of a close AFL game, betting adds to the experience of many Aussies.

inkl · Nov 5, 2024

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.

AAP · Nov 4, 2024

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