Updates on the build-up to the big race at FlemingtonAny thoughts? Email or tweet @scott_heinrich 12.18am GMT
Australians love a bet. We are top of the pops when it comes to money gambled per capita, well clear of the likes of
Singapore,
Ireland and the United States. This year, Tabcorp predicts $1bn will be turned over over the eight key days of the spring carnival (four of which take place at Flemington this week). And don’t those who stand to benefit just love it.
Related: Tone deaf? How News Corp remains in thrall to the Melbourne Cup 12.07am GMT
The Guardian’s Luke Henriques-Gomes is at Flemington today and will be keeping us up to date with news, tidbits and goings-on at the track. Animal rights
protesters are making their views known as racegoers head to the track.Animal rights protesters outside Flemington this morning as punters head into the racecourse. “Open your mind, make a difference,” one woman is saying to the parked cars #MelbourneCup2019 @GuardianAus pic.twitter.com/cQOuclkHlL