1.GOLD TRIP
2022 Melbourne Cup winner, who returns looking to become just the fourth horse in history to win back-to-back Cups. Absolutely flying this prep, with a big win in the Turnbull before two perfect tune ups in the Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate. Carries the top weight again, but it’s a congested weight scale this year and he’s drawn nicely for an economical run with that man McDonald going aboard. Loves Flemington. Obvious claims but does seem short enough in early markets.  

2. ALENQUER
Arrived on Australian shores early this year with a handy CV, being a previous Gold Cup winner and a starter in last year’s Arc De Triomphe, where he finished midfield. Warmed up for this by hitting the line solidly in the Moonee Valley Gold Cup last time out (fastest last 200m sectional of the race). Not sure that’s the A1 form but it does appear he is looking for more ground now. Would be a fairytale finish for Damien Oliver riding in his final Melbourne Cup but would need to improve significantly to be in the finish. .    

3. WITHOUT A FIGHT
I’m quite bullish on the Caulfield Cup winner, who’s had a faultless preparation and a fantastic season after racing into form over the QLD winter carnival. Question marks on his staying ability at two mile after failing last year, but much more suited on dry ground, and his late strength at the end of a brutally run Caulfield Cup was telling. More acclimatised now and not hard to predict further improvement third up. Zahra sticks. Can claim the Cups double. .    

4. BREAKUP
Japanese stayer who was very solidly supported $15-$10 in the Caulfield Cup in what was a good pipe opener for Tuesday. Looked flat late but sat handy enough to a good speed and dragged the winner into the race. Have to respect the Japanese when they travel their horses, and he looks one of only a handful of proper stayers in the race. Couple that with his second up record which is very good, and I think you can make a strong case. Question marks on where he gets too from the draw but there’s no doubt I want him on my side at $18.

5. VAUBAN
Long time Cup favourite who’s more commonly seen over the jumps, being a three-time Group 1 winning hurdler in Ireland. Willie Mullins brings this gelding to Australia in good form, winning impressively over the Royal Ascot carnival before claiming a Group 3 at his latest outing. Understandable hype around him and from all reports he couldn’t have worked any better. Looks incredibly short though for me and at the price I’ll be taking him on heavily.       

6. SOULCOMBE
Can Moreira get him out the gates? That aspect alone looks crucial to this horse’s chances after blown starts have cost him dearly in the Turnbull and the Caufield Cup. Hit the line super in both and been sectionally terrific in all four starts this prep. A low draw gives him the chance to settle closer and if he can, he looks awfully dangerous. No issues at 3200m and back to Flemington is a real tick. Hard to totally trust but looks a strong winning chance.     

7. ABSURDE
Second of the Willie Mullins Irish raiders who was a winner of the Ebor Handicap before making his way to Melbourne. Lightly raced with just 15 starts, he ran second to Vauban at Royal Ascot ($6 SP) so you can easily tie him in despite the losing margin. That SP alone gives him claims and he’s drawn well here with a world class rider in Zac Purton aboard. Profiles as another horse that will stay all day and as such, I think some value at his current quote.

8. RIGHT YOU ARE
Consistent middle-distance type for the all-conquering Maher/Eustace team who was very solid in the Caulfield Cup running into 5th at $41. Loves it at Flemington, having only missed a place once in six starts at the course. With that said, he does look a step below some of the better credentialled runners and this will be his first go at 3200m. Runs well but outclassed.     

9. VOW & DECLARE
Cup winner of 2019 returning for his fourth tilt at the great race. Absolute credit to Danny O’Brien and the team who continue to race him soundly after he looked gone a few years ago. Showed his toughness again this prep with closing efforts in the Might and Power and the MV Gold Cup. The latter he was caught three wide the trip but still hit the line strongly. Drops 1.5kg from last year. As tough as old boots and whilst I struggle to see him winning, he’s hard to knock and one to look at for top 10 players.

10. CLEVELAND
Targeted betting move for him late in the Moonee Valley Gold Cup and the punters duly saluted after McDonald lifted him over the line. Solid in Sydney prior to that with grinding efforts in the Metrop and St Leger. Negatively weighted here and drawn the carpark in 23. Not for me.

11. ASHRUN
Had three years off the scene due to injury after last being seen as a starter in the 2020 Melbourne Cup, where he ran very credibly as a $26 chance. Have been quite taken with his efforts in the Bart Cummings, making up good ground on an on-pace dominated day. Then at Geelong, where he was unsuited by a sit sprint tempo. Would not surprise at $41 and can add juice to exotics.

12. DAQIANSWEET JUNIOR
Ran a very sound race last year when finding the line from a long way back. Failed to recapture that form this time in however and been well beaten in his four starts this preparation. Lacks the turn of foot I think to be competitive, and the negative racing pattern makes it hard.

13. OKITA SOUSHI
Stable representative for Joseph O’Brien, who has tasted great success in the Cup in recent times.
Like Vauban, was a winner at the Royal Ascot carnival in the Duke of Edinburgh before failing in the Irish St Leger. Must be said his Caulfield Cup run was flat, racing towards the rear and failing to make much of an impression after coming off the bit a long way from home. Hard to have.

14. SHERAZ
Sydney Cup placegetter from last year who’s struggled to recapture any form in 2023. Down the track placings in the Bart Cummings and MV Gold Cup at his latest and I think needs wet ground to find his best. Won’t be featuring here.

15. LASTOTCHKA
Interesting French import who joins the Price/Kent Jnr yard for the Australian Bloodstock juggernaut. Looks a pint-sized mare but her international form reads quiet well and is a winner at 3100m at her latest. Everything out of the camp is very positive and gets the services of Craig Williams with just 51kg. Drawn out but can roll forward and with luck past the post the first time, she can certainly run a race. Overs.

16. MAGICAL LAGOON
Failed to capture any form in two preparations in Australia now for Chris Waller. Rolled forward in the Geelong Cup and afforded every possible on a soft tempo when collared in the shadows. Other horses open to more improvement out of that and just does not have any ratings that would be competitive here.

17. MILITARY MISSION
Consistent galloper for the in-form Waterhouse/Bott yard who cemented a Cup start with a stylish win in the Herbert Power. That form does look B grade with the 2nd placegetter United Nations since failing on Derby Day. Drawn for a nice run and very fit but has to go to a new level.

18. SERPENTINE
One of the speed influences in the race who’s been solid this time in without winning. Nice foundation 4th up after three runs at 2400/2500m and gets some weight relief with just 51kg. Another I see struggling to win the race but can improve.

19. VIRTUOUS CIRCLE
Jumped out of the ground in the Autumn when narrowly beaten in the AJC Derby. Lacklustre this prep after being well supported in the Geelong Cup at his latest. Not the strongest form line for this in my opinion and making up the numbers on Tuesday.

20. MORE FELONS
Intriguing runner for the Waller stable who had his first Australian run at Geelong when closing intently out wide and against the race shape. Open to improvement 2nd up and has form over two mile in the UK. Finds Jamie Kah fresh off a Derby Day double but has come up with the visitors draw in 24. Likely ridden cold but with an expected hot tempo, I think he’ll be picking off a few late.

21. FUTURE HISTORY
Been up since June this horse but just continues to run through brick walls racing his way into the Cup with an all the way win in a solid rating Bart Cummings. Clearly relishing his racing and was very good again at Moonee Valley in the Gold Cup when racing wide for much of the race. Set for this and from a middle draw looks one of the better mapped runners in the race. Sense of timing about him and can only see him running well.

22. INTERPRETATION
Bendigo Cup winner on the quick back-up from Wednesday. Dropped right out of this race last year when starting $51 in the market. Lacks the depth of form for mine and one we’re happy to let punters on.

23. KALAPOUR
Rising seven-year-old who claimed this year’s Archer on Derby Day with a vintage front running ride from Damien Oliver. Deadset stayer but very one-paced and I think lacking the brilliance to win a Melbourne Cup.

24. TRUE MARVEL
Ran 2nd in this year’s Sydney Cup and looked the winner only to be run down late by Explosive Jack. Struggled this Spring being beaten a combined 18 lengths in his past two starts. Out of form.

Melbourne Cup Best Bets

1. WITHOUT A FIGHT
2. SOULCOMBE
3. LASTOTCHKA
4. BREAKUP

About the Victorian Derby

The Victorian Derby is the leading staying race for 3-year-olds during the Melbourne Spring Carnival. The race is run over a distance of 2500m at Flemington Racecourse and is held on the first Saturday of the Flemington Carnival known as Derby Day. The race has acted as a launching pad for future Melbourne Cup winners, as staying 3-year-olds prove their capabilities. The race has a capacity of 16 runners, with 4 emergencies also entered to ensure that a capacity field saddles up. The runners battle it out for a prize pool of $1.5 Million with the winner taking home a cool $900,000.

History of the Victorian Derby

The Victorian Derby has a rich history as it holds the mantle of being Australia’s oldest race. It was first run in 1855, and was upgraded to Group 1 status in 1979. The Derby has seen some great 3-year-old winners prevail including; Tulloch, Phar Lap, Efficient and Fireworks.

Victorian Derby Key Statistics

• Favourites have a poor record in the race – only 2 have won in the past 10 years, 5 have won in the past 20 years
• Hugh Bowman has a particularly good record in the race – he has won 3 of the last 7 editions

Victorian Derby Past Winners (Last 20 editions)

Early Betting on the Victorian Derby

Betting is fairly open early with favourite Royal Symphony leading the way after a strong Winter Carnival. Blue Diamond placegetter Pariah is also prominent in early betting, but we can expect to see the markets change as 3-year-olds emerge early in the Spring Carnival.

Victorian Derby Betting Options

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Next Melbourne Cup – Tuesday November 5, 2024 3200m | Group 1 Open Handicap | Flemington Racecourse | Prize money: $8,000,000

The Melbourne Cup is the most anticipated race run in Australia each year. It is held on the first Tuesday of November and is known as “The race that stops the nation”. It is the highlight of the Melbourne Spring Carnival and the last leg of the ‘3 majors’. It is run over 2 miles – 3200m, and only the top stayers from Australia and around the world are eligible to be entered. Horses qualify via a ballot system and can gain exemption by winning specific lead up races. The race has a large field size due to its prestigious nature, holding a capacity of 24 runners. The runners compete for a prize pool of over $8 Million with the winner taking home $4.4 Million.

History of the Melbourne Cup

The Melbourne Cup was first held in 1861 and has since become the jewel of Australian thoroughbred racing. The race is synonymous with champion racehorses who have etched their name in history, including the greats; Makybe Diva, Phar Lap, Rain Lover, Think Big and Kingston Rule, just to name a few. Only 4 horses have won the race consecutively.

Melbourne Cup Key Statistics

• King of the Cups Bart Cummings holds the record of most wins in the Melbourne up, saddling up 12 winners
• Makybe Diva is the best performed horse in the history of the race with 3 wins to her name, she is also the last mare to win (2005)
• Lloyd Williams has the most wins by any owner with 6 – he last won the race with Rekindling in 2017
• Favourites have a poor record in the race winning only 22% of the time

Melbourne Cup Past Winners (Last 20 editions)

Early Betting on The Melbourne Cup

The Melbourne Cup is always a wide open betting affair, and this year and 2024 will be no different. The current favorite is last years champion Without a Fight who is  $13 with BlueBet. Without A Fight is a 7yo brown Gelding from Ireland trained by Anthony & Sam Freedman based at Flemington. It is sired by Teofilo out of the dam Khor Sheed. Without A Fight has amassed $9,471,620 in career earnings and can be regarded as an elite equine athlete amassing 11 wins in its 23 careers starts. 

The Melbourne Cup on Nov 7 2023 at Flemington was Without A Fight’s  most significant win to date, getting the money in the Lexus Melbourne Cup, defeating Soulcombe who ran 2nd & Shiraz who ran 3rd.

In the futures betting Soulcombe sits on the second line of betting for the Melbourne Cup 2024 market with other notable mentions including Apulia & First Immortal. 

Melbourne Cup Betting Options

1. Win and Each-Way Bets:
The classic win bet involves selecting the horse expected to cross the finish line first, while each-way bets cover a horse to win or finish within the top places, providing a safety net for bettors.

2. Quinella and Exacta:
Punters can predict the first two horses (quinella) or their exact order (exacta). This requires a keen understanding of horse performance and race dynamics.

3. Trifecta and First Four:
For the ambitious, trifecta bets involve predicting the first three horses, and first four bets extend this challenge. Accurate predictions yield substantial payouts, especially on Melbourne Cup Day

4. Place Cards and Multis:
Place cards allow bettors to choose horses to place in multiple races, while multis involve combining bets across different events, amplifying potential returns.

5. Future Bets:
Future bets, placed well in advance, add an anticipatory dimension and allow you to bet before final acceptances which can increase your return. 

Navigating this diverse range of Melbourne Cup betting options provides an opportunity for both seasoned punters and newcomers to engage with the race in ways that align with their preferences and risk tolerance.

The full Melbourne Cup Futures Market at BlueBet is available below. 

About the Caulfield Guineas

The Caulfield Guineas is the premier 3 year-old race of the Melbourne Spring Carnival attracting the countries top juveniles as they race for a share in the $2 million purse. Run over 1600 metres at Caulfield, the Group 1 is known as a stallion making race as it all but guarantees a winning colt a lucrative stud deal. In recent times, The Autumn Sun, Press Statement, and All Too Hard have all launched stallion careers after success in the Guineas.

The race has a capacity field of 16 runners, with 4 emergencies also entered in the case that a runner should pull out. The runners compete for a prize pool of $2 Million with the winner taking home $1.2 Million. It’s worth noting that this event will also be run on the same day as the $15 Million Everest which is held at Randwick.

History of the Caulfield Guineas

The 3-year-old event began in 1881 and has a rich history with some of the great champions saluting over the years including; Lonhro, Whobegotyou, Redoute’s Choice, Tulloch and Vain. In 1979, the race went from a principal race to Group 1 status.

Caulfield Guineas Key Statistics

• No filly has won the race since Surround won in 1976
• The Caulfield Guineas Prelude has been the strongest lead up race, producing 7 winners since 2000
• Since 1983 outright favourites have won 11 times, giving them a strike-rate of 32%, 5 out of the last 10 favourites have won the race
• Barrier 1 is the best performing barrier producing 8 winners since 1983

Caulfield Guineas Past Winners (Last 20 editions)

Early Betting on the Caulfield Guineas

The 2020 Caulfield Guineas is shaping up as one of the races of the Spring and as such, is shaping up as an intriguing betting race. The Team Hawkes trained Ole Kirk ($4.60) currently sits atop markets and it is hard to argue after an emphatic win in the Golden Rose (1400m) where he knocked off the stablemate North Pacific ($9) in a ding-dong battle. That race was run at a brutal tempo so should represent a nice platform heading into his grand final in the Guineas. Sitting on the second line of betting is the exciting Chris Waller colt Mo’unga ($5.50), who at this stage looks to be priced off hype having perhaps accounted for a weaker field in the Dulcify last start. Will be interesting to see how the market treats him late in the piece. The chances don’t end there however, with Glenfiddich ($7), Kings Legacy ($7), Crosshaven ($10), and Tagaloa ($13) all lurking and expected to attract admirers closer to the jump.

Betting Options

A Win, Place and Each Way bet are the easiest form of betting options for the Group 1 Caulfield Cup. A win bet known as betting ‘on the nose’, is the most common bet type. It is a bet made on a single horse to finish first.

Some other forms of horse racing betting include: quinella, exacta, trifecta, first 4, quaddie and the big6.

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Coolmore Stud Stakes General Information

The Coolmore Stud Stakes is a premier 3-year-old Group 1 event which is held down the Flemington Straight during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. The sprint race is run over the ‘straight six’ at Flemington – a distance of 1200m and each year attracts the top 3-year-old sprinters. There is a high stud valued tied to the Coolmore and as such is targeted by the top male Colts.

The race is generally held on Derby Day, the first day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival. The Coolmore Stud Stake has a prize purse of $1 Million with a hefty $600,000 going to the champion of the race.

History of The Coolmore Stud Stakes

The Coolmore Stud Stakes (registered as the Ascot Vale Stakes) was inaugurated in 1863 and was initially a 2-year-old event run in the early Spring. The race was even removed from the calendar at one point in 1965, before being reinstated in 1969. In 2006, the event was moved to Derby Day and was upgraded to a Group 1 event.

The race has an illustrious honour roll, including past champions; Manikato, Encosta De Lago, Weekend Hussler, and more recently Brazen Beau.

Coolmore Stud Stakes Key Statistics

• In the last 30 years, only seven fillies have won – with six of them coming since 2000
• Chris Waller is the most successful trainer in the race, with 3 wins to his name
• In the past 10 years favourites have been hit or miss, winning 4 times, but failing to place 4 times also

Past Winners of the Coolmore Stud Stakes (Last 20 editions)

Early Betting on the Coolmore Stud Stakes

Gun 3-year-old sprinter Menari heads the betting after strong performances to start the Spring. The second line of betting includes Catchy & Pariah who have both returned strongly.

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Myer Classic General Information

The Group 1 Myer Classic (also known as the Empire Rose Stakes) is one of the premier middle distance races held during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. It is generally held on the first day of the four day Melbourne Cup Carnival; Derby Day. The race is generally considered one of the ‘grand finals’ for middle distance fillies and mares during the Spring.

The race is held over a distance of 1600m at weight-for-age conditions and is restricted to Fillies and Mares only. The prize purse sits at $500,000 with the winner taking home $300,000.

History of the Myer Classic

The Myer Classic is officially registered as the Empire Rose Stakes, named after champion mare Empire Rose, who successfully completed the 1988 Mackinnon Stakes – Melbourne Cup double. The race was inaugurated in 1988, but only became Group 1 status in 2004.

Despite its short history, the race has been won by some high-level fillies and mares, including; Divine Madonna, Typhoon Tracy and Red Tracer.

Myer Classic Key Statistics

• • The Cox Plate has proved a successful lead-up race in the past, with numerous mares going on to win the Myer Classic after competing
  • Since 1988, there have been 9 winners at double-figure odds, including 6 in the past 10 years
  • Michael Rodd is the best performed jockey in the race with 3 wins under his belt

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Past Winners of the Myer Classic (Last 20 editions)

Early Betting on the Myer Classic

The Myer Classic is wide open this year with favouritism currently shared between talents Egg Tart, Foxplay and Global Glamour. Last year’s winner I Am A Star is also in the mix.
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Kennedy Oaks / VRC Oaks General Information

The Group 1 Kennedy Oaks (registered as the VRC Oaks) is one of the final staying events of the Spring for 3-year-old fillies and is run under set weights conditions on the third day (known as ladies’ day) of the Melbourne Cup Carnival held during Spring.

The race is held over a distance of 2500m at Flemington Racecourse and attracts the top 3-year-old staying fillies from around the country. There is a prize purse of $1 Million up for grabs with the winner earning $600,000.

History of the Kennedy Oaks / VRC Oaks

The race was first held in 1861 and was registered as the VRC Oaks, the name was changed to the Crown Oaks in 2007, but has recently been changed this year to the Kennedy Oaks. The race became of Group 1 status in 1979 and has remained at that class since.

Smart fillies that have won the race include; Serenade Rose, Miss Finland, Mosheen and Jameka.

Kennedy Oaks / VRC Oaks Key Statistics

• Favourites have an excellent record in the race, winning 15 times since 1983
• The longest priced winner came last year with Lasqueti Spirit saluting at $100-1
• Bart Cummings is unsurprisingly the top trainer in the race with 6 wins to his name
• David Hayes has one of the worst strike rates in the race, having 19 starters for only 1 win

Past Winners of the Kennedy Oaks / VRC Oaks (Last 20 editions)

Early Betting on VRC Oaks

The Oaks is generally wide open in the early betting as most 3-year-olds have yet to run the distance in the race. This year is no different with Anchor Bid currently holding favouritism. Noted 3-year-olds Frolic and Tulip are also well in the market.
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Kennedy Mile (Emirates Stakes) General Information

The Group 1 Kennedy Mile (registered as the Cantala Stakes) is one of the premier Group races throughout the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. It is held on the first day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, known as Derby Day.

The race is held over a distance of 1600m at the prestigious Flemington Racecourse and due to the race conditions being an open handicap, generally attracts a wide variety of runners. The prize purse for the race sits at $1 million with the winner taking home $600,000.

History of The Kennedy Miles (Cantala Stakes)

The race has had numerous name changes throughout its history, but the now Cantala Stakes was first held in 1881 under the name, The Coburg Stakes. The race was formerly held on the last day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, but in 2016 was moved to the first day.

Many champions have their name on the honour roll (despite the various name changes), including; Gunsynd, Better Loosen Up, Testa Rossa and Divine Madonna. So You Think was famously beaten here in 2009 as a short priced favourite, by All American.

Key Statistics of The Kennedy Miles (Emirates Stakes)

• Favourites have performed surprisingly poorly in the race, winning only 6 times since 1983
• Double figure chances have performed much better, winning 19 races since 1983
• Last start winners have proved successful, with 7 last start winners going on to win in the past 34 years

Past Winners The Kennedy Miles (Emirates Stakes)

Early Betting on The Kennedy Mile (Emirates Stakes)

Last year’s winner Le Romain sits atop the betting market in a wide-open edition of the race. Cult horse Black Heart Bart Is a main danger and Foxplay is also worth noting.
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About The Everest

The Everest, the world’s richest turf race kicks off for the first time this year, with the inaugural event taking place at Royal Randwick Racecourse. The race has been earmarked as the focal point of the Sydney Spring Carnival with its massive $10 Million prize pool set to attract a world-class field. The winner will take home a whopping $5.8 Million paycheck.

The Everest is unlike other any other Australian race, due to that fact that each slot is purchased by connections. The field is then composed of horses nominated by slot owners. Each slot costs $600,000 and must be bought for 3 years.

The race has a capacity field of 12 runners and is expected to become one of the most recognised races around the world.

Betting on The Everest

Early Betting

The Grey Flash Chautauqua leads the early betting market at this stage and will very likely start favourite after his scintillating win in the T.J. Smith this Autumn. Golden Slipper winner She Will Reign is the second elect and looks to have a lot of upside if she can progress this prep. Winx has also been nominated for The Everest but looks unlikely to run with a focus on the Cox Plate.

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Top 30 Horses Nominated for The Everest

Chautauqua
She Will Reign
Caravaggio
Winx
Houtzen
Russian Revolution
Lady Aurelia
English
Speith
Limato
Redzel
Vega Magic
Clearly Innocent
Redkirk Warrior
Acapulco
Fell Swoop
Catchy
Malaguerra
Black Heart Bart
Global Glamour
Impending
Lankan Rupee
Bound For Nowhere
Terravista
In Her Time
Hellbent
Supido
Music Magnate
Takedown
Meccas Angel

About the Cox Plate

The Group 1 2020 W.S. Cox Plate is Australia’s 2nd richest weight-for-age (WFA) race and is regarded by many as Australasia’s premier WFA race. It is held over a distance of 2040m and is run at the peculiar Moonee Valley track, which is renowned for it’s tight turns and extremely short 173m straight. The 2020 edition of the Cox Plate will commemorate the 100th running of the great race.

Often described by racing enthusiasts as “The best 2 minutes in sport”, the Cox Plate has recently been dominated by super-mare Winx who won a record 4 straight Cox Plates between 2015-2018. Kingston Town (1980-82) was the only other horse to win the prestigious race 3 consecutive times. Japanese mare Lys Gracieux dominated the 2019 edition.

Cox Plate History

The race is named in honour of the Moonee Valley club founder, W.S. Cox and was first run in 1922. Many great horses have gone on to become champions after winning the prestigious race, and only 10 horses have been able to win the race twice, including champions – Phar Lap, Sunline, Northerly, Fields of Omagh and Winx.

Cox Plate Key Statistics

• 3-year-olds have a terrific record in the race, despite having a low number of runners each year – they have won the race 20 times
• T.J. Smith has been the most successful trainer of the race winning 7 editions
• Horses who started as favourite have won the race 41%, with the shortest price favourite being Phar Lap in 1931 at $1.07

Past Cox Plate Winners

Cox Plate Betting

Early Betting

Boom galloper Russian Camelot ($3.30) currently dominates Cox Plate betting fresh off a commanding win in the Group 1 Underwood Stakes. A veteran of just 7 starts, the Danny O’Brien trained galloper is already a two-time Group 1 winner and is regarded by many as the best horse in the country. While a Melbourne Cup is the ultimate goal this spring, there’s no doubting his credentials come October 24th and is a deserved favourite. Sir Dragonet ($11) and Armory ($13), headline this years international contingent looking to depart with Australian riches. Sir Dragonet in particular brings strong European form through the likes of Magical and no doubt will be popular with punters. The journeyman Humidor ($15), Fierce Impact ($15), and Arcadia Queen ($17) will also all get their chance, however it’s one way traffic for the Russian early.

Betting Options

A range of betting options exist for the Cox Plate including a win bet and a place bet. Some other forms of horse racing betting include: quinella, exacta, trifecta, first 4, quaddie and the big6.

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