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Since 1861, The Melbourne Cup has been officially recognised as perhaps the only race that draws the attention of both the country and city, racing enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts (mosty) alike.
It’s also Christmas come early for the nation’s bookmakers who are presented with a cattle-yard jammed with seriously inexperienced punters, most of whom bet on funny names and nice colours.
Today’s favourite known as The one with the pretty colours – is aiming to win today’s big race — overtaking Dark blue and white sleeves as the top pick for betting experts that aren’t contractually linked to an online betting company.
The one with the pretty colours had the fastest sectionals — times for the last 200 metres — in the race, covering the final furlong in 11.79 seconds and is expecting to just knock off pink with lime green polka dots, who also remains a steady favourite at $15.
Last year’s winner, Dark blue, has drifted out to $15, and another local, the Chris Waller-trained Dark green and light green, has gone out to $10 from $9.
