Below are free Australian horse racing tips for Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, focusing on the racecards at Flemington and Randwick.
The key events of the day are the Melbourne Cup (Race 7) at Flemington and the Big Dance (Race 5) at Randwick.
Best Bets highlight the runners that are the top pick for their race. Strong Bets signify strong selections, though there might still be close contenders. Occasionally, two Strong Selections are recommended for the same race. Quinella and Trifecta tips are given when multiple contenders exist.
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)
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- Source: SCCGManagement.com