The weather is expected to play a big part in the outcome of the race, with a freak system heading for Flemington. 👇 9WWOS MelbourneCup
According to the Bureau of Meteorology, Flemington can expect showers throughout Melbourne Cup day, with a top temperature of just 14 degrees and the possibility of between 8-15mm of rainfall.There is a 95 per cent chance of showers, with the possibility of thunderstorms.Strong westerly winds will make it feel even colder on Melbourne Cup day, with the apparent temperature not expected to get above nine degrees.
"Knights Order won the Sydney Cup on a heavy track back in the autumn, and don't forget it's expected to be Armageddon here on Tuesday, so are two of the best chances from the Australian representatives," form analyst