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2024 Melbourne Cup Field - complete guide
Here we are, spring has completely sprung, the air is warm and thick with the scent of the Flemington roses. It is the first Tuesday in November, which means it is time to run the Melbourne Cup around the famous 3200 metres.
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2024 Melbourne Cup preview
Jarryd Barca runs through the favourites, horses to watch and a few value runners for the 2024 Melbourne Cup.
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2024 Melbourne Cup Day tips: Who should you back in every race?
The biggest day on the Australian racing calendar is finally here! Not sure who to back? Not to worry, as we take you through the best selections and some value runners in Tuesday's 10-race card at the glorious Flemington racecourse.
Horse Racing
Betting the Breeders' Cup: Is it time for City of Troy?
Saturday's $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic highlights two days of racing. Here's what to know to bet the races.
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City of Troy (5-2) favorite for Breeders' Cup Classic
City of Troy was made the 5-2 morning-line favorite in a full field of 14 for the $7 million Breeders' Cup Classic on Saturday at Del Mar.
Horse Racing
Melbourne Cup: All-time records and statistics
The Melbourne Cup began in 1861 and has since become Australia's most iconic horse race. Over the years, it has produced incredible moments and records. Here's a look at some of the key facts, stats, and history from the Cup's rich past.
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Oldest U.S. horse racing track closing Dec. 28
Freehold Raceway, the oldest horse racing track in the United States, is shutting down at the end of the year.
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Kelce buys stake in horse named Swift Delivery
Three-time Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has bought an ownership stake in a racehorse named Swift Delivery, a purchase that was announced Tuesday by Team Valor International founder and CEO Barry Irwin.
Horse Racing
Fierceness holds off Thorpedo Anna at Travers
Ridden by John Velazquez, Fierceness ran 1 1/4 miles in 2:01.79 to win the Travers on Saturday at Saratoga. He paid $9.80, $5.70 and $3.40.
Horse Racing
Dornoch follows Belmont win with Haskell triumph
Belmont Stakes winner Dornoch captured the $1 million Haskell Stakes on Saturday at Monmouth Park. Mindframe settled for second, five lengths better than third-place finisher Timberlake.
Horse Racing
Churchill Downs rescinds Baffert's suspension
Churchill Downs has rescinded its extended suspension of Bob Baffert, allowing the Hall of Fame trainer to resume racing his horses at the historic track and partner facilities after more than three years of banishment.
Horse Racing
Dornoch, Mindframe set to run at Haskell Stakes
Belmont Stakes winner Dornoch and runner-up Mindframe will renew their rivalry Saturday when the two horses participate in the $1 million Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park .
Horse Racing
Supreme Court rejects horse safety law challenge
The Supreme Court voted to uphold an appeals court ruling on a new horse racing safety law that has led to national anti-doping and medication rules. Oklahoma, Louisiana and Virginia and several racetracks sought to have the law struck down.
Horse Racing
National Finals Rodeo to stay in Vegas through '35
The National Finals Rodeo extended its agreement to remain in Las Vegas through 2035 and will pay more than $264 million to the competitors and stock contractors.
Top Headlines
- Top filly Thorpedo Anna has minor dental surgery
- Jockey Dettori loses anonymity bid in tax case
- Baffert wins first race back at Churchill after ban
- Knight's Choice salutes in Melbourne Cup boilover
- Sierra Leone claims win in Breeders' Cup Classic
- Baffert's horses 1-2 in Breeders' Cup Juvenile
- Top-ranked Via Sistina out of Melbourne Cup