Flemington Track Manager, Liam, discusses how the track will run for The Race That Stops The Nation - The 2024 Lexus Melbourne Cup.
Track: currently rated a Good 4. Potentially upgraded to a Good 3.
Conditions: Track in good condition following Pendolds Derby Day on Saturday. Rail pushed out 2m to give the horses some fresh ground. Dry conditions will require some watering overnight to ensure we start as a Good 4.
Rail: 2m.
Weather: Sunny. Top of 27 deg.
Wind: S 6-7km/h