Melbourne Cup 2011

Overview

One of Australia's pinnacle calendar events, the race that stops the nation, including ours, kicks off at 3pm Melbourne time. Office moral will continue to build with office wagers and the early knock off. 150 years of history, and over 41 Kiwi trained horse winners (No kiwi trained horses this year though, boo), where will you be to support this year's contenders?

Will Americain, last year's winner, take the honours again? Dunaden and Drunken Sailor are also hotties. Some of the experts seem to think so, Ma'a Nonu is picking Americain for the double.

So there you have it, we may not have a TAB chicken to back us up, but there are Concrete Playground's tips to win one of racing's richest prizes. And below is our tips on where to watch it if you are fortunate enough to be stuck in the city of sails. Enjoy.

1. Melbourne Cup 2011 @ Britomart Country Club

2. Melbourne Cup Fashion and Dining Extravaganza @ Sales Street

3. Te Hana Sparkling Melbourne Cup Day @ Ellerslie Racecourse