How to Watch the Melbourne Cup Live in 2023?

For any racing fans who can’t make it to the event but still want to watch the Melbourne Cup live, there are, luckily, plenty of options. You’ll be able to watch the Melbourne Cup live both on TV and via online streaming services. Let’s see where and how you can watch this high-stakes horse race.

Where to Watch the Melbourne Cup 2023 Online?

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When is the Melbourne Cup?

Melbourne Cup day is traditionally held every first Tuesday in November. This year, the event will be held on 7th of November at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne.

What time is the Melbourne Cup?

The main event will be held at 3 pm AEDT (2:30 pm ACDT, 2 pm AEST, 1:30 pm ACST, 12 pm AWST). Melbourne Cup live coverage usually starts hours earlier, with special shows dedicated to covering every minute of the Melbourne Cup Carnival leading up to the main race.

What time is the Melbourne Cup?

The main event will be held at 3 pm AEDT (2:30 pm ACDT, 2 pm AEST, 1:30 pm ACST, 12 pm AWST). Melbourne Cup live coverage usually starts hours earlier, with special shows dedicated to covering every minute of the Melbourne Cup Carnival leading up to the main race.

How many horses run during the Melbourne Cup?

Each year, 300 to 400 horses are nominated for the race, but only the top 24 starters will compete.

Can I stream the Melbourne Cup 2023 for free?

Yes, you can. As long as you are in Australia at the time of the race, you can tune into the TV broadcast on Channel 10, or register online for the 10 play and you will get free access to the Melbourne Cup live stream.

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Can I watch the Melbourne Cup Stream on mobile?

You sure can. Both Channel 10 and Foxtel offer their services through mobile apps. You can find the 10 play app and Foxtel Go respectively on both iOS and Android. All you need to do is download the app and log in with your credentials, or sign up for the service. Note that in order to access Melbourne Cup through Foxtel Go, you’ll need to be subscribed to the service and the appropriate sports package.

Additionally, the sports betting operators we have mentioned already have their live streaming service optimized for mobile devices. You will be able to access the Melbourne Cup stream either through their mobile websites or through their mobile apps. Again, unlike the free access offered by 10 play, you will need to have funds deposited to your account in order to access the Melbourne cup streaming service.

How can I watch the Melbourne Cup live outside Australia?

As Melbourne Cup continues to grow in popularity, more and more people outside Australia want to have the chance to watch it live. So, if you are outside Australia, but you still want to watch the Melbourne Cup stream, depending on the country you live in, there will be several options at your disposal.

How to watch the Melbourne Cup live in New Zealand

New Zealanders will be able to watch the Melbourne Cup through the free-to-air channel Racing.com. The stream will also be available on the channel’s website. Another option is to tune in through the Sky Racing channel.

Where to watch the Melbourne Cup in the United States

Last year, the US fans had the chance to follow the Melbourne Cup through ESPN. Given the finicky history of Melbourne cup streaming rights, at this point we cannot say for sure that the situation won’t change, so make sure you check back at a later date.

What to do if you want to watch this high-stakes horse race in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Sky Sports will provide a Melbourne Cup live streaming service to both UK and Irish viewers.

Most of the biggest bookmakers in the UK will run coverage of the Melbourne Cup. For example, live streaming is available with Ladbrokes, with streams shown in high definition and comes complete with commentary. You will need an account to watch and may be asked to place a small bet first.

Other countries

If you live outside the countries we have listed, you might be out of luck when it comes to Melbourne cup streaming. As we have said, broadcasting rights for an event such as this one are exclusive and geo-restricted. Your best bet would be to check with your local cable provider and see if any station has the rights to the broadcast.

If all other options fail, you can always tune into a Melbourne Cup radio broadcast. It’s not much but the hosts do try to make it a fun and exciting experience. Several stations and websites offer the service so you can take your pick. Plus, it’s free and perfectly legal.

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