Cox Plate day at Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne spring racing.

October 24, 2026 — 4:35pm

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First racegoers arrive at Flemington for this year’s Cox Plate. Credit: Justin McManus

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First racegoers jog for a place at Flemington racecourse for Cox Plate race day. Credit: Wayne Taylor

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Racing fans enter Flemington ahead of the Cox Plate. Credit: Wayne Taylor

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Punters scramble through the entry gates at Flemington. Credit: Wayne Taylor

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Racegoers will stay cool with lower temperatures forecast this weekend for Cox Plate. Credit: Justin McManus

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Staff make last-minute adjustments as Flemington opens for Cox Plate day. Credit: Justin McManus

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Staff prepare for a big day at the Cox Plate. Credit: Justin McManus

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Punters sprint from the gates to find the best spots on Cox Plate day. Credit: Wayne Taylor

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A woman walks into Flemington on Cox Plate day. Credit: Wayne Taylor

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Punters arrange where they shall sit.…