The Melbourne Cup, 2010 is here. So Get Set and Go

‘The race that stops a nation’ is what the Emirates Melbourne Cup, formerly Melbourne Cup is billed as. Every year, on the first Tuesday of November, priced thoroughbreds set the track on fire at Flemington Racecourse. This 3,200 metre race is the most awaited sporting event throughout Australia. If you want to make the most of your cheap tickets to Melbourne, then make sure that your trip coincides with this race.

This event is among the richest races of the Australasian Racing Calendar. This year round, there is an astronomical prize money of $AUD 6,000,000. Out of this amount, the winner will walk away with a whopping $3.3 million. In addition, there would be trophies reported to be valued at $AUD 125,000. The trophy is astounding to say the least. It is made of as many as 34 gold pieces that have been beaten by hand for more than 200 hours.

The first race was held way back in 1861 and over the last 10 years, this event has undergone numerous alterations. One of the most well known changes is the advent of horses trained overseas. The popularity of this event can be gauged from the massive crowds that throng to see this race. In fact, sometimes more than 110,000 spectators turn up. To further liven up the race, another colourful event called ‘Fashions On the Field’ is held on the venue. Start your hunt for Melbourne flights today if you don’t want to be left out of this excitement and also intend to grab the best possible deal.