VRC announces new ballot exempt race for Melbourne Cup

by | May 16, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

The Victoria Racing Club (VRC) has forged a significant link with US racing. The Group 2 Belmont Gold Cup in New York, set for June, now offers a ballot-free exemption into the prestigious Melbourne Cup in November. The Belmont Gold Cup, covering the same 3200-meter distance as the Melbourne Cup,… Read More »

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