How caller Matt Hill prepares for Melbourne Cup

Victoria's leading caller Matt Hill has opened up about how he prepares for Melbourne Cup Day, as he prepares to tell the story of the winner in the race that stops the nation.

Melbourne Cup 2021: Which pro punters are actually worth listening to?

With so many punters across the country looking for an edge in their Melbourne Cup bets and hoping to finally nail that trifecta, they can help themselves out if they follow some professionals.

Melbourne Cup: Betting preview, tips and all the historical data

Melbourne Cup 2021: Who won, prize money, final field, barriers, betting odds and results

Everything you need to know about the Melbourne Cup 2021

The best chances in the other 9 races on Melbourne Cup Day

How Incentivise went from rags to riches in eight months

If you've been following the Melbourne Spring Carnival, the horse everybody is talking about is Incentivise - and what a story he has had in 2021.

How much does the Melbourne Cup winner earn?

Melbourne Cup 2021 barrier draw: Incentivise eases after setback

Melbourne Cup favourite Incentivise has eased after being drawing a wide barrier in Tuesday's race that stops the nation.

I'm Thunderstruck kicks late to win $7.5m Golden Eagle in thrilling finish

New Zealand contender I'm Thunderstruck has won the $7.5 million Golden Eagle, coming over the top in a thrilling finish at Rosehill on Saturday.

Hitotsu wins Victoria Derby with pulsating late run

The win caps off a remarkable spring for jockey John Allen, who last week rode State of Rest to victory in the Cox Plate at Moonee Valley.

Derby Day 2021: Who won, full field, betting odds, schedule, how to watch & results

Everything you need to know about this year's Victoria Derby Day

How the fastest horse lost 2008 Melbourne Cup

You'd be hard-pressed finding many times where the fastest horse in a race loses - but that's exactly what happened to Bauer in the 2008 Melbourne Cup.

How to part-own six horses and compete with the Sheiks

Why Team Captan is Cumani's dream horse

Victorian-based trainer Matt Cumani believes he has found his 'dream horse' in Team Captain, who will run in a staying race on Melbourne Cup day.

The best of The Racing League's trainers' horses on Derby Day and Melbourne Cup Day

Why Golden Eagle is so important to Sydney racing

It's been well-documented that Sydney racing has soared back into the headlines during spring, with the introduction of some huge races going head-to-head with traditional Victorian races.

Amade bombs the start, will miss Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup hopeful Amade has thrown away its chances of landing a spot in the big race, after it ran 5th in Wednesday afternoon's Bendigo Cup.

State Of Rest edges out Anamoe after dramatic protest

Cox Plate 2021: Who won, replay, prize money, betting odds

The 2021 edition of the Group 1 Cox Plate will be held on Saturday 23rd October at Moonee Valley, capping off a big weekend that also includes the Group 1 Manikato Stakes on the Friday night.

Why was Zaaki scratched?

Cox Plate favourite Zaaki scratched

Cox Plate 2021: Legendary trainer Richard Freedman analyses the top chances

It's one of the most thrilling races on the calendar each year, and the 2021 Cox Plate promises to be another cracker at Moonee Valley.

Why V'landys turning racing on its head 'makes everybody happy'

The tides of horse racing are well and truly changing - and we might have one man to thank for it all.

Freedman recalls classic Cox Plate victories

The Cox Plate is arguably the most exciting race on the calendar each year, and there have been some enormous performances over the years.

Tralee Rose holds on for 2021 Geelong Cup

Incentivise hit with weight penalty for Melbourne Cup

Incentivise romps home in Caulfield Cup

Everthing you need to know for The Everest 2021

The richest race in Australia returns for its fifth year in 2021, promising to showcase some of the fastest thoroughbreds in the country.

Nature Strip holds on to win Everest

The Everest 2021: Runner-by-runner preview with Darren Flindell

After months of build-up, The Everest is finally upon us as 12 of the best sprinters in the world battle it out for a share in $15 million at Royal Randwick.

Caulfield Cup 2021: Who won, replay, prize money, betting odds

The Caulfield Cup is one of Spring's most anticipated races, taking place each October and provides a taster of what's to come at the Melbourne Cup.

Cox Plate winner Sir Dragonet euthanised

O'Brien charged on eve of Caulfield Cup

Victorian-based trainer Danny O'Brien has been charged by Racing Victoria Stewards, after it was found he was using a prohibited substance on one of his horses.

The Best Of The Racing League's Trainers' Chances On Everest Day

It's been an enormous week for owners in The Racing League, and there will be plenty of big chances on a stacked Saturday across Australia.

The two horses that helped shape Darren Flindell's career

Leading race caller Darren Flindell has revealed the two horses that helped shape his career in Sydney, after admittedly struggling with the role initially.

How trainer took $110k cast-off to Everest contender

Sydney-based trainer Joe Pride is perhaps not known for building horses from a star yearling to a Group 1 winner - but his own methods have him in the running to win The Everest this year.

Comparing Classique Legend to Redzel ahead of 2021 Everest

Favourites stay out of trouble in Everest barrier draw

Kah heading to Supreme Court to fight lengthy ban

Victoria's eading jockey Jamie Kah will head to the Supreme Court, as she looks to clear her name after being suspended for giving false evidence to Victorian stewards.

Kah, Melham suspended for three months over COVID breach

Jamie Kah is among four leading jockeys in Victoria who will reportedly miss the entire Spring Carnival, after they breached COVID regulations this week.

Everything you need to know about the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival 2021

Victoria are undoubtedly the kings of spring time here in Australia - but when it comes to autumn, nowhere does it quite like Sydney.

The Championships 2021: When is it, prizemoney, fields, betting odds, results

Everything you need to know for 2021 Golden Slipper

The Golden Slipper is almost upon us, with the best two-year old horses and their connections in Australia vying for their piece of $3 million.

Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival 2021: Five horses to watch

Golden Slipper postponed following downpour

Corey Brown announces retirement

Two-time Melbourne Cup winning jockey Corey Brown has called time on his illustrious career, unable to recover from a serious back injury.

Racecourse stunned after man invades track

New Zealand's Wellington Cup day has been marred slightly by the actions of one moron who decided to stand in the middle of track during a race.

Australia's Top 100 Female Athletes

Five-time Group 1 winner Santa Ana Lane retires

Five-time Group 1 winner Santa Ana Lane has been retired, after a remarkable career.

Arcadia Queen claims Mackinnon Stakes

TAB outage causes chaos on final day of Melbourne Cup carnival

A technical problem with the TAB has caused significant issues with horse racing around the country on the final day of the Melbourne Cup carnival.

Melbourne Cup Carnival: Personal takes out VRC Oaks in upset win

In a huge upset on Thursday, Personal has taken out the VRC Oaks at Flemington despite unwavering support for favourite Montefilia.

Melbourne Cup 2020: Kerrin McEvoy slapped with massive $50,000 fine for excessive whip use

Ouch.

Melbourne Cup 2020: Full results, winner and prize money

Where did yours finish?

Melbourne Cup 2020: Twilight Payment wins Melbourne Cup ahead of Tiger Moth and Prince of Arran

What a run.

Melbourne Cup 2020: Anthony Van Dyck euthanised after breaking down in home straight

Sad news.

Melbourne Cup 2020: Date, how to watch, prize money, full field, betting odds

The most historic and prestigious race in Australia is no doubt the Melbourne Cup - but 2020 promises to be one of the most unique ever.

Melbourne Cup 2020 prize money - How much does the Melbourne Cup winner make?

That's a lot.

Melbourne Cup 2020: Makybe Diva beats Phar Lap and Carbine in Race of Dreams

What a race.

Melbourne Cup 2020: Gai Waterhouse launches tirade at Dan Andrews over COVID lockdowns

Not happy, Dan.

Melbourne Cup 2020: Reasons for and against backing the top chances

The 2020 Melbourne Cup is almost upon us, and while this year it will be very different off the track, on the track it is one of the most exciting in recent memory.

Cassidy reveals hilarious Melbourne Cup stories

Legendary jockey Jim Cassidy has revealed some hilarious stories from his two Melbourne Cup victories - including a phone call from an Australian millionaire.

Final field, barrier draw for 2020 Melbourne Cup

Denis Pagan-trained Johnny Get Angry wins VRC Derby

Two-time AFL premiership coach Denis Pagan can add Victoria Derby winner to his resume after Johnny Get Angry saluted at Flemington on Saturday.

Everything you need to know about the 2020 Cox Plate

It will be a different scene this year at the Cox Plate, with the COVID-19 pandemic still heavily affecting Victoria and crowds unlikely to be able to attend the big race.

Sir Dragonet wins to hand Glen Boss his fourth Cox Plate

There may have been no crowd at the Valley for the 100th running of the Cox Plate, but veteran Jockey Glen Boss didn't care as he romped to the win on Sir Dragonet.

Vic Government backflips on Cox Plate attendance

The Victorian Government has reversed the decision to allow owners on course at Moonee Valley for this weekend's racedays.

Darren Weir pleads not guilty to animal cruelty charge, will stand trial

The Everest 2020: Date, how to watch, prize money, barrier draw, betting odds

The richest race in Australia returns for its fourth year in 2020, promising to showcase some of the fastest thoroughbreds in the country.

Everything you need to know about the Caulfield Cup

Get the champagne and the fascinators ready: here's everything you need to know in the lead-up to one of the Spring Carnival's highlights

Verry Elleegant holds off Anthony Van Dyck

Verry Elleegant has beaten out highly rated European stayer Anthony Van Dyck to win the 2020 Caulfield Cup.

Classique Legend storms home for Les Bridge and Kerrin McEvoy

Classique Legend has claimed a barnstorming win in The Everest, convincingly outclassing the country's best sprinters.

Winx loses first foal

Champion mare Winx has unfortunately lost her first foal, just weeks out from the expected birth.

Weights released for 2020 Melbourne Cup

2019 winner Vow and Declare will have a much tougher task if he is to go back-to-back this year, with handicappers hitting the stayer with 57kg for the Melbourne Cup.

Boxing Day Test still appears likely at MCG

Fan favourite Cup winner passes away

1992 Melbourne Cup winner and fan favourite Subzero has passed away, aged 32.

Hyeronimus suspended for three years

Group 1-winning jockey Adam Hyeronimus has been suspended from riding for three years over betting offences.

Hugh Bowman suspended for six weeks for careless riding after Rosehill incident

Wawrick Farm races cancelled as COVID-19 spike increases

Wawrick Farm races cancelled as COVID-19 spike increases

Eagle Farm races halted after bomb threat

Sir Isaac Newton euthanised after fall at Warrnambool

Two-time Caulfield Cup runner Sir Isaac Newton has been euthanised following a heavy fall on day one of the Warrnambool Carnival.

How a turtle derby will replace the Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby will not take place May 5 as scheduled because of the outbreak of COVID-19, but taking the place of "The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports" is something a little slower.

Melbourne Cup winner Might and Power dies after colic attack

Vale Might and Power.

The Championships Day 1 preview, tips and form guide

While most sports across the country are suspended or cancelled, horse racing marches on for another weekend with Day 1 of The Championships taking place at Royal Randwick.

Racing NSW announce prize money cuts

In terms of Australian sport, the only thing still going is horse racing - but that doesn't mean that they are immune to the financial issues seen in other sports in the country.

Coronavirus: Zahra test result negative

After yesterday's news that a jockey who had ridden in both NSW and Victoria recently was being tested for coronavirus, fears began to rise within the racing community.

Racing Victoria suspend meetings

Racing Victoria has become the first racing body in the country to suspend races due to the coronavirus, cancelling Wednesday's Sandown meeting and Thursday's meeting at Kilmore.

Farnan leads from start to finish

Favourite Farnan has led the 2020 running of the Golden Slipper from start to finish to hand legendary trainer Gai Waterhouse her seventh win in the 1200m two-year-old classic.

Alligator Blood returns positive doping test

Following Alligator Blood's win in the $2 million Magic Millions 3YO Guineas in January, the gelding returned a positive test for banned substance altrenogest.

Melbourne Cup: Jockey Michael Walker reveals abuse after breaking whip rules

Ugly scenes on and off the track.

Awkward scenes in Alice Springs on Melbourne Cup day

The great people of Alice Springs have been forced to endure an entire day at the venue without being able to place a bet on the track they were attending.

Wild brawl breaks out at Flemington after Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup: Lucky punter's outrageous three-leg multi that pocketed $90k

Many punters will be counting their fortunes after Vow and Declare's historic 2019 Melbourne Cup win, but there's one in particular you can guarantee will be celebrating hardest.

2019 Melbourne Cup: Live blog, race updates, betting guide and photos

Rostropovich suffers suspected broken pelvis after finishing last

Melbourne Cup 2019: Where every horse finished

Vow and Declare wins Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup 2019: Using Twitter to pick a Melbourne Cup winner

Can Twitter pick a Melbourne Cup winner?

Melbourne Cup: Jockeys to be sent text message warning for over-whipping

Each Melbourne Cup jockey will reportedly be sent a text message saying breaches of the whip rule will not be tolerated, in a bid to avoid last year's mass fines.

Melbourne Cup 2019: Tips, form, analysis, best bets

The Melbourne Cup is the most prestigious race in Australia and is undoubtedly the feature of the Flemington card on Tuesday. But that isn't going to stop us from breaking down every race for you and find some winners.

McEvoy confident of winning fourth Cup on Finche

Champion jockey Kerrin McEvoy is confident he can make history in this year's Melbourne Cup riding favourite Finche.

Who the experts and celebrities are tipping for the Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup 2019: Date, time, confirmed field, odds, how to watch

The most historic and prestigious race in Australia is no doubt the Melbourne Cup, and in 2019 it will have a new home with Channel 10 winning the rights.

Hundreds protest Melbourne Cup during parade

2019 Melbourne Cup: A beginner's guide

The 2019 Melbourne Cup is almost upon us. Here is our beginner's guide to getting there, watching, putting your bets on, studying the form, organising a sweep - and even a cheeky tip in there at the end.

Melbourne Cup 2019: Richard Freedman gives his tip ahead of the race that stops a nation

Melbourne Cup tips, right here.

Melbourne Cup final field and barrier draw

Some nice barriers for the favourites

Kolding claims Golden Eagle

Trainer Chris Waller and jockey Glen Boss have backed up their Everest win by claiming Golden Eagle at Rosehill Gardens with Kolding.

Warning races away to claim Victoria Derby

The Mug Punter’s Guide to Derby Day

Cox Plate: Punters fume over Daryl Braithwaite's absence

Punters have been left fuming by Daryl Braithwaite's absence at the Cox Plate, after a gospel choir being brought in to cover the Aussie music legend's anthem Horses for the pre-race entertainment.

Lys Gracieux seals Cox Plate

Cox Plate 2019: Date, time, odds, how to watch, field and barriers

It will be a different scene this year at the Cox Plate, with champion mare Winx now retired after an illustrious career that saw her win this race four consecutive times.

Two-time cup winner names Australia's best jockey

Two-time Melbourne Cup winning jockey Darren Beadman has named James McDonald as Australia's best current jockey ahead of this weekend's Cox Plate.

Gallen full of hope ahead of Cox Plate

He's a premiership-winning captain with the Cronulla Sharks, an Origin-winning captain with NSW - and this weekend, Paul Gallen could become a Cox Plate-winning owner.

Should racing ban whip use completely?

Everest-winning jockey Glen Boss has denied suggestions that the use of the whip should be banned entirely from horse racing, instead defending the tool that allows horses to reach their peak.

Peter FitzSimons hammers Peter V'landys over horse racing controversy

Peter FitzSimons hammers Peter V'landys over horse racing controversy

Caulfield Cup 2019: Date, time, odds, how to watch

One of Australia's most famous and prestigious races, the Caulfield Cup, is back again in 2019 and we have all the information you need right here.

Mer De Glace races home to win Caulfield Cup

Yes Yes Yes takes out The Everest

The Everest: Veteran presenter Bruce McAvaney delivers stinging message on horse mistreatment

In the build-up to Saturday's highly-anticipated The Everest race, veteran presenter Bruce McAvaney delivered a cutting plea for action towards the mistreatment of retired racehorses.

The Everest 2019: Prize money, tickets, confirmed horses, barriers and odds

The Everest is back for another instalment in 2019, and the world's richest race on turf will headline an outstanding Sydney Spring Carnival once again.

O'Farrell responds to ABC report, defends racing industry

Racing Australia are in panic mode following an ABC report on Thursday night that showed horses being slaughtered - but CEO Barry O'Farrell says the industry is not at fault for the animal cruelty.

V'landys plan to move Melbourne Cup explained

The big talking point in the horse racing world this week has been Racing NSW CEO Peter V'landys claiming that the Melbourne Cup should be moved to make room for more racing in the Spring Carnival.

Former champion trainer Darren Weir charged by police for animal cruelty and conspiracy

Darren Weir has been charged.

If you just stole the 2017 Melbourne Cup, we have some bad news for you

The replica Cup – 2017 winner Rekindling had multiple owners, necessitating replica Cups – was stolen.

American music megastar to perform at 2019 Melbourne Cup

Swift will perform two songs from her new album, ‘Lover’ at the ‘race that stops a nation’.

Melbourne Cup: Taylor Swift facing backlash for Melbourne Cup gig

(Insert Taylor Swift x Horse racing wordplay here)

Melbourne Cup 2019 weights released

2018 winner Cross Counter will have much tougher task if he is to go back-to-back this year, with handicappers hitting the stayer with 57.5kg for the Melbourne Cup.

Channel Ten reveals full Melbourne Cup Carnival broadcast team

The broadcast team for Channel Ten's first Melbourne Cup Carnival since winning the rights from Seven has been confirmed.

Female jockey dies in Cranbourne fall

A female jockey has died after falling from a horse at Cranbourne early on Friday morning.

Chris Caserta airlifted to hospital after four-horse race fall at Sale

Jockey Chris Caserta has been airlifted to hospital after a four-horse fall at Sale in Victoria's Gipssland region.

Jockey hospitalised after horror two-horse fall at Randwick

Both horses were uninjured in the incident.

Kiamichi claims Golden Slipper, Winx, The Autumn Sun win again

Kiamichi caused an upset when winning the world's richest race for two-year-olds by a length at Sydney's Rosehill on Saturday afternoon.

Tye Angland declared quadriplegic following Sha Tin fall

Aussie jockey Tye Angland has been declared quadriplegic following a fall in Hong Kong late last year.

Winx chases down Happy Clapper in clinical Chipping Norton Stakes victory

Boy, that was close.

Winx claims 30th consecutive win at Royal Randwick

The queen of the track.

Ben Currie hit with fresh charges, including jigger allegations

Just weeks after Darren Weir was hit with a four-year ban.

Darren Weir banned from racing for four years

“Now you will be remembered for possessing instruments of cruelty and implements associated with a high level of cheating.''

Darren Weir facing four-year ban, won't contest charges

The prominent trainer won't be around racing for a while.

Horse trainer Darren Weir arrested at stables during dawn raid

That's not good.

Winx returns with strong Rosehill trial

The wonder mare's final prep began on Tuesday morning.

Tye Angland injury: Leading jockey could be left quadriplegic

The Australian Jockeys Association provided an update on Thursday.

Melbourne Cup champion John Marshall dies aged 60

The jockey is best known for his 1999 Melbourne Cup victory with Cummings trained horse, Rogan Josh.

Hugh Bowman appeal: Star jockey has Melbourne Cup suspension reduced

Some good news, but not as much as he would have liked.

Melbourne Cup 2018: The Cliffsofmoher's death is a heavy cost to pay for racing, says Gerard Whateley

“The cost of running the Melbourne Cup each year can’t be a dead horse.''

Melbourne Cup 2018: Jockey Hugh Bowman banned for 35 race meetings after runner-up finish

The stewards didn’t miss the high-profile Bowman.

Melbourne Cup Carnival 2018: Results, dates, tickets, prize money, field, odds and how to watch

It's time to suit up and pop the champagne for the 2018 Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Melbourne Cup 2018: Cliffsofmoher put down after fracturing shoulder during race

Aidan O’Brien-trained horse broke down early in the race, suffering a broken shoulder.

2018 Melbourne Cup: Cross Counter wins nation's biggest race

The British stayer beat Marmelo and A Prince of Arran.

Melbourne Cup 2018: Outrage as Ladbrokes and Sportsbet crash on Cup Day

'It's in a coma'

2018 Melbourne Cup: Live blog, race updates, betting guide and photos

By 3:05pm AEDT today it'll all be over and we'll have the 2018 Melbourne Cup winner.

Melbourne Cup 2018: Which horses to tip, who the stars are backing, last minute guide

Here's who everyone is backing in the race that stops a nation.

Melbourne Cup 2018: Why the Melbourne Cup isn't for everyone

The race that stops a nation isn't for everyone.

2018 Melbourne Cup: A beginner’s guide

Depending on how much you have on it, the Melbourne Cup is excruciatingly long.

Melbourne Cup 2018: Final field and barrier draw

The favourite has drawn the carpark - sorry, barrier 23.

Victoria Derby Day 2018: Results, how to watch, fields, date, tickets

Everything you need to know about the best day of racing in Australia.

Derby Day: Lexus Stakes start delayed as A Prince Of Arran wins into the Melbourne Cup

Not a bad way to book a ticket to the big one.

Winx owner Debbie Kepitis confronts journalist Matt Chapman after fourth Cox Plate win

"There's a man here that needs to apologise."

Cox Plate 2018: Results, how to watch, field, date, odds

Everything you need to know about Australia's premier weight-for-age race.

Cox Plate: Winx makes history with fourth straight win

Too good.

Jockey Anthony Allen kicks for home a lap early on Catch Me Latar at Beaudesert

Oh no.

Caulfield Cup 2018: How to watch, date, odds

Everything you need to know about the world's richest 2400m turf race.

Caulfield Cup 2018: Best Solution wins by a nose from Homesman

A gutsy win from the Godolphin stayer.

Caulfield Cup: Riderless Bricktop first past the post as Ranier wins Gothic Stakes

And Ranier breaks his maiden.

Redzel defends title in The Everest with dominant run

The champion racehorse has now overtaken Makybe Diva in total career earnings!

The Everest 2018: Prize money, tickets, confirmed horses and odds

With $13 million in total prize money, The Everest takes the crown of being the richest turf race in the world.

The Everest: Opera House barrier draw goes ahead despite protests

The reigning champ gets the dream draw.

Bruce McAvaney rides home Winx's dramatic Turnbull Stakes win

You can't blame him for getting a little nervous during this one.

Winx wins Turnbull Stakes in dramatic fashion

Heart-stopping stuff.

Chautauqua stays in barrier at Mooney Valley trial

The fan favourite appears to have run his last race.

Chautauqua trial: How to watch, time, live updates

The next big test in the Grey Flash's quest to return to racing.

'She's in trouble' - Bruce McAvaney's heart-stopping reaction to Winx's record-breaking win

Like a kid in the candy store, you couldn't wipe the smile off his face.

Chautauqua facing retirement after Racing NSW Stewards findings

Sprinter Chautauqua may well have run his last race after Racing NSW Stewards advised any nominations for trials or races be refused following Saturday's trial at Rosehill.

The Preakness: Remembering Pimlico infield's 'Running of the Urinals'

A B.Y.O.B. policy and the arrangement of portable toilets led to one of the most infamous traditions in Preakness history.

Always Dreaming pulls away to win Kentucky Derby

Always Dreaming won the Kentucky Derby, beating Lookin At Lee and Battle of Midway to top honours at the lucrative horse race.