Without A Fight emerged victorious in the esteemed Melbourne Cup, handing jockey Mark Zahra consecutive wins in this illustrious event.
For the Australian training pair, Anthony and Sam Freedman, this marks their maiden Melbourne Cup win, a notable father-son achievement in the racing world.
The runner-up spot was clinched by Soulcombe followed by Sheraz in third place, both steeds hailing from the stables of famed Australian trainer Chris Waller.
This victory sets Without A Fight apart as the first equine champion to concurrently secure both the Melbourne and Caulfield Cups within the same year, a feat last accomplished over 20 years ago.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Melbourne Cup Victory
Who won the Melbourne Cup this year?
Without A Fight won the Melbourne Cup, securing a significant victory in Australia’s most prestigious horse race.
Did Mark Zahra win the Melbourne Cup before?
Yes, Mark Zahra achieved back-to-back victories with this win, highlighting his skill as a seasoned jockey.
Who trained Without A Fight?
The horse was trained by the Australian father-son duo, Anthony and Sam Freedman, marking their first Melbourne Cup win.
Which horses came in second and third in the Melbourne Cup?
Soulcombe finished in second place, while Sheraz took third. Both horses are trained by the renowned Australian trainer Chris Waller.
Has a horse won both the Melbourne and Caulfield Cups in the same year recently?
Without A Fight is the first horse in over two decades to win both the Melbourne Cup and Caulfield Cup in the same year.
More about Melbourne Cup Victory
- Melbourne Cup History
- Mark Zahra’s Racing Profile
- Freedman Racing Team
- Chris Waller Trainer Achievements
- Caulfield Cup Winners
5 comments
And here we are folks the Freedmans finally did it! what a moment for them, father-son goals right?
is it just me or is Zahra on a roll, back to back cups man that’s like the dream right?
wow didnt see that coming Without A Fight taking the cup home? thats crazy stuff, gotta love the races!
a horse winning both Caulfield and Melbourne in one year after 2 decades… this is the kind of stat that makes you go wohoo! am i rite or am i rite?
Sheraz came in third again, Waller must be wondering what he’s gotta do to clinch that top spot huh