Melbourne Cup
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Melbourne Cup 2026: Key Information & FAQs
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Melbourne Cup winners
Here's a list of Melbourne Cup winners and runners-up:
Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Time | Runner Up |
2025 | Half Yours | Jamie Melham | Tony and Calvin McEvoy | 3:22.46 | Goodie Two Shoes |
2024 | Knight’s Choice | Robbie Dolan | John Symons & Sheila Laxon | 3:19.53 | Warp Speed |
2023 | Without A Fight | Mark Zahra | Anthony & Sam Freedman | 3:18.37 | Soulcombe |
2022 | Gold Trip | Mark Zahra | Ciaron Maher & David Eustace | 3:24.04 | Emissary |
2021 | Verry Elleegant | James McDonald | Chris Waller | 3:17.43 | Incentivise |
2020 | Twilight Payment | Jye McNeil | Joseph O'Brien | 3:17.34 | Tiger Moth |
2019 | Vow And Declare | Craig Williams | Danny O’Brien | 3:24.76 | Prince Of Arran |
2018 | Cross Counter | Kerrin McEvoy | Charlie Appleby | 3:21.17 | Marmelo |
2017 | Rekindling | Corey Brown | Joseph O'Brien | 3:21.29 | Johannes Vermeer |
2016 | Almandin | Kerrin McEvoy | Robert Hickmott | 3:20.58 | Heartbreak City |
2015 | Prince Of Penzance | Michelle Payne | Darren Weir | 3:23.15 | Max Dynamite |
2014 | Protectionist | Ryan Moore | Andreas Wohler | 3:17.71 | Red Cadeaux |
2013 | Fiorente | Damien Oliver | Gai Waterhouse | 3:20.30 | Red Cadeaux |
2012 | Green Moon | Brett Prebble | Robert Hickmott | 3:20.45 | Fiorente |
2011 | Dunaden | Christophe Lemaire | Mikel Delzangles | 3:20.84 | Red Cadeaux |
2010 | Americain | Gérald Mossé | Alain de Royer-Dupre | 3:26.87 | Maluckyday |
2009 | Shocking | Corey Brown | Mark Kavanagh | 3:23.87 | Crime Scene |
2008 | Viewed | Blake Shinn | Bart Cummings | 3:20.40 | Bauer |
2007 | Efficient | Michael Rodd | Graeme Rogerson | 3:23.34 | Purple Moon |
2006 | Delta Blues | Yasunari Iwata | Katsuhiko Sumii | 3:21.47 | Pop Rock |
2005 | Makybe Diva | Glen Boss | Lee Freedman | 3:19.17 | On A Jeune |
2004 | Makybe Diva | Glen Boss | Lee Freedman | 3:28.55 | Vinnie Roe |
2003 | Makybe Diva | Glen Boss | David Hall | 3:19.90 | She’s Archie |
2002 | Media Puzzle | Damien Oliver | Dermot K. Weld | 3:16.97 | Mr Prudent |
2001 | Ethereal | Scott Seamer | Sheila Laxon | 3:21.08 | Give The Slip |
2000 | Brew | Kerrin McEvoy | Mike Moroney | 3:18.68 | Yippyio |
1999 | Rogan Josh | John Marshall | Bart Cummings | 3:19.64 | Central Park |
Frequently Asked Questions
[Q] What time will the Melbourne Cup start?
[A] The 2025 Melbourne Cup is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM AEST on Tuesday, November 4th, at Flemington Racecourse.
[Q] What TV channel is the Melbourne Cup on?
[A] The Melbourne Cup will be broadcast live and free in Australia on Channel 9 and can be streamed on 9Now.
[Q] Who is the favourite to win the Melbourne Cup?
[A] The favourite for the Melbourne Cup changes frequently based on lead-up form and betting activity. You can view the current favourite and live odds for every horse on the main market table on this page.
[Q] Who won the last Melbourne Cup?
[A] The 2024 Melbourne Cup winner was Half Yours, trained by Tony and Calvin McEvoy and ridden by Jamie Melham. Recent past winners also include Knight's Choice (2024), Without A Fight (2023) and Gold Trip (2022).
[Q] How can I use the 80/20 rule for Melbourne Cup betting?
[A] The 80/20 rule is a betting strategy where you place 80% of your stake on a horse to place and 20% on it to win. It can be a smart approach for the Melbourne Cup, especially with longshots, as it provides a safety net if your horse places but doesn't win. You can check the latest win and place odds on Sportsbet to apply this strategy.
[Q] Which experts have the best Melbourne Cup tipping record?
[A] While some tipsters have strong historical records, like Max Hitchins, relying on up-to-date information is key. Sportsbet offers detailed form guides, expert analysis on The Huddle, and live odds to help you make your own informed pick for the Melbourne Cup.
[Q] What are the luckiest Melbourne Cup numbers?
[A] Historically, saddlecloth numbers 4 and 12 have been the most successful in the Melbourne Cup. While this is a fun fact, always check the current form and odds for the horses wearing these numbers in this year's race on the Sportsbet market.
[Q] How do I pick a Melbourne Cup winner?
[A] Picking the Melbourne Cup winner involves assessing key factors. Start by checking the current form of the horses in the racecard above. Consider their performance in important lead-up races and look at which horses are carrying favourable weights. Don't forget to check expert tips and analysis on The Huddle, which can provide valuable insights. Ultimately, combining form, expert opinion, and the latest live odds on Sportsbet gives you the best chance to make an informed choice.