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Melbourne Cup countdown: Comprehensive coverage
Catch up on the latest news in the countdown to the Melbourne Cup - to be run at 3pm on Tuesday.
A race in two: These are the horses our tipsters think can win the Cup
Vets scratched another stayer from the Melbourne Cup as punters backed Buckaroo and Land Legend to win $1 million. But our form analysts don’t have them in their top three.
- Danny Russell
Small-time trainers and knockabout owners keeping the Cup dream alive
The Map went to the right stable to bring out her best, and now she carries the hopes of a Tasmanian breeder, a bunch of knockabout owners, two laid-back trainers and those who love the romance of the Melbourne Cup.
- Peter Ryan
‘This is what we fought for’: Racing is on the verge of its next Michelle Payne moment
Four women will ride in this year’s Melbourne Cup. One of them could end up the winner.
- Danny Russell
Pick your winners with our Melbourne Cup sweep
The Melbourne Cup is almost upon us, and this is the easiest and best way to organise your home, party or office sweep. Enter the player names, get your picks and watch the race. Easy.
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