The real story behind the race that stops the nation.
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Once iconic, now under fire, we unpack the Melbourne Cup’s disturbing injury stats from late last decade, why international horses face higher risks, and how the industry is changing – in order to protect the race.
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Once a sport for rebels and royalty, now the target of protests. Discover how horse racing became misunderstood, and why outrage isn’t always based on truth.