Race Day Athmosphere

The one day in the year that the whole of the Australian nation really has a great time is Melbourne Cup day. Whether you are at Flemington or in any state or suburb, of Australia you feel the buid up to the big race.

There is no question that if you can get to Melbourne and Flemington racecourse then you will have a day that will stay with you forever. The day starts not as you enter the course, but as the racegoer puts on their best finery to look their best and for many Aussies this maybe the only time in the year when they get dressed up for any occassion.

On arrival at the course you are greeted with a sea of colour and a carnival athmosphere that is very special and unique. There is so much going on all over the place whether you are in the members stand or the general enclosures you will be filled with antisipation for what lies ahead.

Now for the tough part and trying to find a winner of the Melbourne Cup. 24 Melbourne Cup runners take part in this 2 mile handicap, so finding the winner in never easy but that is the attraction of having a day out at the races. The horses strut around the parade ring and you make you choice. You go upto the TAB betting outlet and put your money down and wait for fate to deliver its verdict.

If watching from home you can take advantage of a Melbourne Cup Free Bet.

The Horses enter the gates and the race gets underway as you watch your selection try and make you some money. Unless you are very lucky you will lose as only one horse wins, but for nearly 4 minutes you are filled with hope.

The race ends the winners collect and you ease back with your favourite tipple and enjoy whats left of the day and once it is all over you are probably looking forward to next years Melbourne Cup.