If Derby Day represents tradition, Melbourne Cup Day boasts prestige and Oaks Day exudes class, then Champions Day at Flemington is all about pure competition. As the grand finale of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, this day is arguably the pinnacle for racing fans, offering nine thrilling contests, including three high-stakes Group 1 races that will ultimately determine who the true champions of Australian racing are.
The Group 1 Champions Stakes over 2000m will see a powerful field of established champions clash for supremacy. Following her record-breaking Cox Plate victory, all eyes will be on Via Sistina as she looks to repeat that dominant performance. But the competition is fierce. Duke De Sessa, the Caulfield Cup winner, will be looking to upset her, while last year’s Melbourne Cup victor Without A Fight is ready to add another major to his resume. Atishu, fresh from a stunning Group 1 win in the Empire Rose Stakes on day one of the carnival, will also be a major player, as will the talented Docklands for trainer Harry Eustace, bringing his renowned English form to Flemington.
