Here are free tips for Australian horse racing on Melbourne Cup Day, Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The focus is on Flemington and Randwick racecards.
The highlights include the Melbourne Cup (Race 7) at Flemington and the Big Dance (Race 5) at Randwick.
Best Bets are standout selections for their race. Strong Bets are strong selections, though not as distinct from the next best as Best Bets. We may recommend two Strong Selections in a race. Quinella and Trifecta suggestions are provided for races with multiple key chances.
This article will be updated as race day approaches.
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Best Bets
Flemington Race 8: Burma Star at 9.10 / 3.25 (BoomBet)
Flemington Race 9: Surfin’ Bird at 2.80 (bet365)
Randwick Race 1: Natoya at 3.80 (bet365)
Randwick Race 9: Well Timed at 4.25 (bet365)
Melbourne Cup tip: Presage Nocturne each-way at 8.60 / 3.35 (BoomBet)
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Flemington
Below are our top four selections for each race.
Race 1
1. Free Flying (11.00) (top pick)
2. Carnevale (4.60)
3. Tornado Valley (7.00)
4. Brazen Dechambeau (7.00)
Race 2
1. Makdane (4.80) (top pick)
2. Party Crasher (7.00) (consider for Quinella)
3. Gig
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