Wet and Windy Conditions Forecasted for Melbourne Cup
The Bureau of Meteorology predicts a wet and blustery day for Melbourne Cup attendees, with a notably slow track expected at Flemington Racecourse. Weather conditions in Melbourne will be cold, with heavy rain and winds reaching up to 40 km/h (ABC).
Race Details Amid Challenging Weather
The Melbourne Cup will proceed with the full field of 24 horses despite the adverse weather. The Flemington course is anticipated to soften to a rating between Soft 7 and Heavy 8.
Half Yours, winner of the Caulfield Cup and the only Australian-bred horse in the race, is among the favorites (The Age). Meanwhile, Irish topweight Al Riffa, set to carry the heaviest weight ever recorded in Cup history, is the most backed contender (News.com.au).
Concerns Over Racehorse Safety
The Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses reports that at least 174 racehorses died in Australia from racing or training injuries over the past year – the highest number recorded in the last decade.
(Fox Sports)
Summary
Despite challenging weather conditions and ongoing concerns about horse welfare, the Melbourne Cup will continue with a competitive full field this year.
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