Melbourne Cup 2025
The Melbourne Cup is Australia’s most iconic thoroughbred race—a Group 1 handicap held over 3200 metres at Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne. Known universally as the race that stops the nation, it is the pinnacle of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival.
The 2025 Melbourne Cup will be run on Tuesday, 4 November 2025, at Flemington. Final prizemoney and race time will be confirmed by the Victoria Racing Club closer to race day.
Melbourne Cup
Preview, Trends & Analysis
- Track: Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne
- Distance: 3200 metres
- Class: Group 1 Handicap
- Date: Tuesday, 4 November 2025
- Purse: A$10 million
- Public Holiday: Declared for Victoria on Melbourne Cup Day
About the Race
Inaugurated in 1861, the Melbourne Cup has earned legendary status as one of the world’s most prestigious staying handicaps. Held annually on the first Tuesday of November, it draws global attention with a strong international and domestic field. The race’s enormous cultural significance, fashion moments, and high-stakes betting make it a focal point of the Australian sporting calendar.
When is the Next Melbourne Cup?
The 2025 Melbourne Cup will be held on Tuesday, 4 November 2025 at Flemington Racecourse. The race is expected to start at 3:00 pm AEDT, with full prizemoney details and field announcements to be confirmed closer to the event.
Betting Guide
Popular Bet Types:
Win, Place, Quinella, Exacta, Trifecta, First Four, Same Race Multi
Form Tips:
- Look for horses with proven staying pedigree and strong form in lead-up races like the Caulfield Cup, Cox Plate, and Bart Cummings(ballot-free entry).
- Handicapping plays a crucial role—pay attention to weight and barrier trends.
- International strength continues to grow, but strict veterinary screening can rule out contenders despite form.
The Recent Winners
| Year | Winner |
| 2024 | Knight’s Choice |
| 2023 | Without A Fight |
| 2022 | Gold Trip |
| 2021 | Verry Elleegant |
| 2020 | Twilight Payment |
| 2019 | Vow And Declare |
| 2018 | Cross Counter |
| 2017 | Rekindling |
| 2016 | Almandin |
| 2015 | Prince of Penzance |
| 2014 | Protectionist |
| 2013 | Fiorente |
| 2012 | Green Moon |
| 2011 | Dundaden |
| 2010 | American |
