Watch Melbourne Cup live streams today, for a race that's been blown wide open by the withdrawal of Via Sistina and concerns over the fitness of Onesmoothoperator. Below we have all the info on how to watch Melbourne Cup 2024 from anywhere, with details on worldwide TV channels, broadcasters, live streams and start times.
Via Sistina fulfilled her main objective by winning the Cox Plate, so Chris Waller's hopes will instead be carried by Buckaroo. Brian Ellison-trained Onesmoothoperator had been considered a contender ahead of a failed vet test, though he could still make the cut. Vauban, trained by W P Mullins, could be the prime beneficiary.
With an AU$8.56m purse, the Melbourne Cup at Flemington Racecourse is the world's richest (not quite) two-mile flat handicap race, and the 164th edition has the makings of a classic.
Here's where to watch Melbourne Cup live streams online from anywhere – including FREE options. Scroll down for the Melbourne Cup race schedule, and runners and riders.
Watch Melbourne Cup Quick Guide
Key Dates
- Date: Tuesday, November 5
- Melbourne Cup start time: 3pm AEDT / 5pm NZDT / 4am GMT / 11pm ET (Mon)
Best free streams
- 9Now (AU)
- TVNZ Plus (NZ)
- Use NordVPN to watch from anywhere
FREE Melbourne Cup live stream broadcasters
You can watch Melbourne Cup 2024 for FREE on 9Now in Australia and TVNZ Plus in New Zealand:
Use a VPN to watch Melbourne Cup 2024 for free on your usual streaming service above if you are away from home.
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How to watch Melbourne Cup live streams in the US
You can watch a 2024 Melbourne Cup live stream on Fox Sports 2 in the USA. If you don't have a cable package with Fox, you can use Sling, FuboTV or another cable replacement service to stream FS2.
How to watch Melbourne Cup live streams in the UK
The Melbourne Cup live stream is usually shown on Sky Sports in the UK, but at the time of writing, it doesn't appear to have been picked up by any broadcaster.
Aussies and New Zealanders currently away from home can use a VPN to watch Melbourne Cup 2024 on 9Now or TVNZ Plus from abroad.
How to watch Melbourne Cup live streams in Australia
As mentioned above, the Melbourne Cup is available to watch free-to-air in Australia on terrestrial broadcaster Channel 9 and the 9Now streaming service.
Can I watch the 2024 Melbourne Cup for free?
Yes! Viewers in Australia and New Zealand can watch the 2024 Melbourne Cup for free, courtesy of free-to-air 9Now and TVNZ Plus respectively.
Fans away from home can use a VPN to watch the free coverage from abroad.
When is Melbourne Cup 2024?
The 2024 Melbourne Cup starts at 4am GMT / 3pm AEDT / 5pm NZDT on Tuesday, November 5. That's 11pm ET on Monday, November 4 for fans based in the US.
Melbourne Cup schedule 2024
What is the Melbourne Cup 2024 schedule?
(All times AEDT)
Tuesday, November 5
10.45am – Darley Maribyrnong Plate (AU$200,000)
11.20am – TAB Trophy (AU$175,000)
12pm – MSS Security Subzero Handicap (AU$150,000)
12.40pm – Schweppervescence Plate (AU$150,000)
1.55pm – Furphy Plate (AU$175,000)
3pm – MELBOURNE CUP (AU$8,560,000)
3.50pm – Amanda Elliott (AU$175,000)
4.35pm – Hong Kong Jockey Club Stakes (AU$200,000)
5.15pm – Channel 9 Trophy (AU$150,000)
Melbourne Cup runners and riders 2024
Who are the Melbourne Cup 2024 runners and riders?
1. Vauban; William Buick
2. Buckaroo; Joao Moreira
3. Circle of Fire; Mark Zahra
4. Warp Speed; Akira Sugawara
5. Kovalica; Damian Lane
6. Sharp 'N' Smart; Michael Dee
7. Just Fine; Jye McNeil
8. Land Legend; Zac Purton
9. Absurde; Kerrin McEvoy
10. Scratched
11. Knight's Choice; Robbie Dolan
12. Okita Soushi; Jamie Kah
13. Onesmoothoperator; Craig Williams
14. Zardozi; Andrea Atzeni
15. Sea King, Hollie Doyle
16. Valiant King; Craig Newitt
17. Fancy Man; Ronnie Stewart
18. Interpretation; Teodore Nugent
19. Manzoice; Declan Bates
20. Mostly Cloudy; Karis Teetan
21. Positivity; Winona Costin
22. Saint George; Tyler Schiller
23. The Map; Rachel King
24. Trust In You; Mark du Plessis
Can I watch Melbourne Cup 2024 on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or via your phone's browser.
You can also stay up-to-date with all things Breeders' Cup on the official Worl Rugby social media channels on YouTube (@FlemingtonRacecourse) and Instagram (@FlemingtonVRC).
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