Revellers are heading dwelling after a protracted day of solar, smiles, champagne and racing.
It is believed upwards of 90,000 attended the enduring 2026 Melbourne Cup at Flemington Racecourse on Tuesday.
This yr’s race was gained by Level Of Legislation, previously owned by King Charles, with Zahrann and Juja Kibo making up the placings.
Simply months after leaving the King’s possession in a deal reportedly value greater than $3million, the Frankel colt rewarded his Australian patrons with a Melbourne Cup triumph.
‘Please do not wake me up. It is an incredible feeling,’ jockey Ethan Brown stated post-race.
The Ciaron Maher-trained runner overtook Royal Supremacy, who had taken a 20-length lead heading into the ultimate straight.
1000’s of Aussies descende don Flemington Racecourse for the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday
It is believed greater than 90,000 attended this yr’s race
Level Of Legislation, ridden by Ethan Brown (above), gained the 2026 Cup
‘You already know I actually did not know that Royal Supremacy would go away by that far. However nothing higher than a real keep in take a look at and Level Of Legislation he is simply thrived,’ Brown stated.
‘The highest of the straight. I used to be inside placing distance. After which I regarded up and Royal Supremacy was about ten in entrance. I assumed, oh no, I’ve left my run too lengthy right here, however I’ve full confidence within the horse.
‘He is turned a foot for a stage, second to none, and I simply needed to depend on that. I seen Royal Supremacy on drained legs and when he quickened the best way he did, my confidence grew.’
The consequence meant Maher took the trifecta.
‘It has been a whirlwind, actually, however I am very pleased with all of the group. Wish to get three horses within the first three spots. I do not even know the place the remainder completed but, however very proud,’ he stated.
Co-owner Mike Angie stated: ‘A horse bred by a king and queen, educated by a champion, ridden by a superb jockey. And owned by a bunch of householders that dare to dream.’
Attendees took a relaxation throughout the lengthy afternoon
Revellers have been all smiles on the dance ground
Jockey Ethan Brown using British horse Level of Legislation crosses the road to win the Melbourne Cup horse race on the Flemington Racecourse
Gray skies cleared over the racecourse by the afternoon
Jockey Brown and coach Ciaron Maher maintain the Cup aloft after Brown rode British horse Level Of Legislation to win the Melbourne Cup
Dancers ditched their heels
Punters loved wins off-track
Punters and revellers gathered by the observe on Tuesday afternoon
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Sons And Lovers was fourth.
This yr’s winners have been additionally handled to the best Melbourne Cup prize pool on report with an astonishing $10.2million up for grabs, in comparison with $10million in 2025.
First place took dwelling $4.5million, adopted by $1.11million for second, $560,000 for third and $360,000 for fourth.
However the wins weren’t strictly on-track with some fortunate punters profitable large.
Based mostly on the SuperTAB dividends and together with the unique stake, a $100 guess on Level Of Legislation to win resulted in a $780 win whereas the identical guess on the horse to put was value $310.
The identical $100 guess for Zahrann to put gained $1,100 whereas $100 on Juja Kibo to put was value $440.
This yr’s Melbourne Cup featured the largest-ever prize pool
It is believed greater than 90,000 attended the race
Reds and pinks have been crowd-favourite colors this yr
Showers hanging over the town cleared to blue skies by the afternoon
Brown and accomplice Celine Gaudray rejoice
Revellers attended performances, together with songs from British singer Robbie Williams
UK pop star Robbie Williams entertaining the gang on the afterparty
Some attendees grabbed any probability to relaxation
The Melbourne Spring Racing Competition runs all through November
Melbourne placed on good climate for Cup as attendees events into the night
Whereas the day began gray with rain over Melbourne the day earlier than the race, revellers’ vibrant outfits introduced the observe again to life.
Morning showers started clearing by the afternoon because the crowds grew bigger forward of the large race at 3pm AEDT.
Brilliant colors have been undoubtedly a crowd favorite with vibrant pinks and reds stealing the present.
British singer Robbie Williams opened the leisure with hit songs together with Angels and Let Me Entertain You at 2.15pm.
The joy completed with a 75-minute live performance, set to finish at 7pm.
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