Leading Melbourne Cup contender ruled out of field

by | Oct 26, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

Archer Stakes winner Point King has been ruled out of the Melbourne Cup, dashing hopes of a record eighth Cup victory for owner Lloyd Williams. Racing Victoria stewards announced on Saturday via social media platform X that Point King, who recently finished second in the Bart Cummings, will not feature… Read More »

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