MDX Racing · G1 Express

Melbourne Cup 2026 — The Race That Stops a Nation

Tuesday 3 November 2026 · Flemington · 3200 metres · Group 1 handicap. First run in 1861, still the richest two-mile handicap in world racing.

Key Facts

DateTuesday, 3 November 2026
VenueFlemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia
Race time~3:00pm AEDT = 12:00pm Hong Kong time
Distance / Class3200m · Group 1 Handicap
HistoryFirst run 1861 · 165th running in 2026

Cup Carnival Week

DateDayFeature
Sat 31 OctDerby DayVictoria Derby (G1) — also simulcast by HKJC
Tue 3 NovCup DayLexus Melbourne Cup (G1, 3200m)
Thu 5 NovOaks DayCrown Oaks (G1)
Sat 7 NovStakes DayMackinnon Stakes (G1)

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FAQ

What time does the 2026 Melbourne Cup start?

Approximately 3:00pm AEDT — that's 12:00 noon Hong Kong time. The Cup Day card runs 10:45am to 5:15pm AEDT.

Where is it run?

Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne — every Cup since 1861.

How do I watch from Hong Kong?

HKJC simulcasts the full Flemington card with wagering. Pair it with our free express report for data-backed selections.

When is the final field out?

Final acceptance is in the days before the race. Bookmark this page — our runner-by-runner report publishes as soon as the field is set.

Also on this month: the Breeders' Cup — Breeders' Cup 2026 at Keeneland, Oct 30–31 →