Bit of chat of this in couple of the thread - so let's put it all here. I always like to hear what people are on before the race. Each year seem to open up FB with flood people claiming the win. So let's hear your tip prior to the race. I'm still undecided as haven't taken too much interest this year. Only had a look last night and got it down to Almandin Qewy Jameka Oceangrapher Our Ivanhowe Big Organge
I have no idea but have gone with: Wicklow Brave - Because ..... my single name was Wicks Oceangrapher - Because have house by the Ocean Who Shot the Barman - Love the name As you can see - all very scientific!!!
I've noted two things about the Melbourne Cup. 1. It always rains. 2. The favorite never wins. I've also noticed that when I'm wrong on one, I'm wrong on both.
Haha I went the barman last year for same reason - apparently it get's heaps of money on it just for it's name, get's mentioned a bit.
There is about three that maybe have a bet on ,who shoot the barman just from the bloodline alone and with $2,235,446 payout so far but with only 25%win maybe into the above 60%range place Kiwi bloodline like this Gelding even in the age range are very powerfull in the last 150 metres..imho..
Qewy ran 4th :-( would have been nice if it ran 3rd was still paying $7.25 a place or if I went with my original 1st tip Almandin - oh well.