The Emirates Melbourne Cup will take place at Flemington Racecourse on Tuesday, November 1 at 3pm AEST.
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Handicap weights differ between the horses depending on their career performances, as well as their age and sex.
In Victoria, Melbourne Cup Day is celebrated as a public holiday.
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Michelle Payne celebrates her winning ride with brother and strapper Stevie Payne. Photo: Michael Dodge. Reminisce more by hitting the photo.
