Melbourne Cup facts and figures

October 31, 2016 Comments Off

By AAP SOME STATISTICS ABOUT THE MELBOURNE CUP: * First run in 1861 under the banner of the Victorian Turf Club and won by the Etienne de Mestre-trained Archer who beat the favourite Mormon by six lengths. The prize was 1420 pounds and the trophy a gold watch. * Archer came back… Read More » Read full article

Source:: https://www.justhorseracing.com.au/news/australian-racing/melbourne-cup-facts-and-figures-2/354612

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