Point of Law Wins Thrilling Melbourne Cup at Flemington
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Point of Law clinched a dramatic victory in the 2026 Melbourne Cup.
The horse Point of Law won the 2026 Melbourne Cup at Flemington Racecourse after running down a long-time leader. Jockey Ethan Brown rode the victor, which was trained by Ciaron Maher. Maher notably secured the top three finishing positions in the major race.
- The winnerPoint of Law secured the victory in the feature event.
- The comebackRoyal Supremacy led by 20 lengths before finishing second.
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The Melbourne Cup is Australia's most prestigious annual thoroughbred horse race, drawing immense national and international attention. Winning the race is a career-defining achievement for trainers and jockeys alike.
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Point of Law won the 2026 Melbourne Cup after overcoming Royal Supremacy, with trainer Ciaron Maher dominating the top three places.
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- BBC SportHorse sold by King Charles wins Melbourne Cup4h ago · open ↗
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- ABC News (Australia)Star trainer Maher claims second Melbourne Cup as Point of Law storms to win5h ago · open ↗
- CNAHorse racing-Point of Law runs down Royal Supremacy in Melbourne Cup thriller5h ago · open ↗
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