Melbourne Cup Day is set to be affected by heavy rain and possible flash floods . Flemington Racecourse has been affected by heavy downpours. Despite the dreary weather, punters are still participating , with tips and favourites for each race being discussed . The field for the Melbourne Cup includes a strong lineup of 24 competitors. The weather forecast and track conditions have been confirmed by various sources , including Nine.com.au, Fox Sports, and News.com.au.
“The field for the Melbourne Cup includes a strong lineup of 24 competitors,” — Yusuf Calloway, regional editor at Heaton Bridge Practice, explained.
Timeline
Oct 31 — Melbourne Cup Day is set to be affected by heavy rain and possible flash floods ....
Nov 3 — The weather forecast and track conditions have been confirmed by various sources , including Nine.com.au, Fox ...
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 31. The Heaton Bridge Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Heaton Bridge Practice desk and last updated 04:13 UTC.
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