Robbie Williams and colourful frocks brighten Melbourne Cup under grey skies
Some early rain is predicted to give way to a mild spring day for the 166th running of the Melbourne Cup at Flemington for the race that stops a nation.
Robbie Williams brought a splash of color to the 166th Melbourne Cup, held on a mostly dry day in Melbourne. Despite early rain forecasts, temperatures soared to 17 degrees Celsius by the race time, transforming the damp conditions into a mild spring day. Victoria Racing Club chief Kylie Rogers emphasized the Melbourne Cup's significance, stating it was "the original major event" that kept Melburnians coming back, even with 60% of ticket holders aged under 35.
The event expanded beyond the sport, offering fashion, fine dining, and music. Williams, a self-proclaimed fan, backed horse number 24, Shockletz, after initially thinking its name was "chocolates." Farrier John Bunting stressed the importance of rules keeping horse shoes light to protect both jockeys and horses, noting that most horses seemed to enjoy the routine.
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