Jarryd Barca Nov 3, 2024, 06:00 PM ET Open Extended Reactions We’re back! It’s the race that stops the nation and, in 2024, it’s going to be another classic. Last year’s favourite Vauban returns — along with stablemate Absurde — hoping to improve on his underwhelming run in 2023, while Chris Waller’s Buckaroo is Australia’s
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Open Extended Reactions Knight’s Choice has won the 2024 Melbourne Cup, defeating Warp Speed and Okita Soushi in a thrilling finish at Flemington on Tuesday afternoon. The massive outsider saluted for Irish-born jockey Robbie Dolan, who claimed victory in what was his first ever ride in the “race that stops a nation”. Editor’s Picks In
Open Extended Reactions 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. When is the 2024 Melbourne Cup? The Melbourne Cup will
Associated Press Nov 2, 2024, 05:47 PM ET Open Extended Reactions DEL MAR, Calif. — Sierra Leone won the $7 million Breeders’ Cup Classic by 1½ lengths Saturday at Del Mar, ending a frustrating run of recent losses, including the Kentucky Derby. Ridden by Flavien Prat, Sierra Leone ran 1¼ miles in 2:00.78. Sent off
Associated Press Nov 1, 2024, 08:57 PM ET Open Extended Reactions DEL MAR, Calif. — Citizen Bull won the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile by 1 1/2 lengths and Gaming was second at Del Mar on Friday, giving Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert a 1-2 finish and his record sixth career victory in the