Chris Waller

Gai Waterhouse was confident in the lead-up to the race and her big statement was rewarded with a famous victory.

Two-time Cox Plate winner Via Sistina has officially been retired, with trainer Chris Waller confirming the news in a statement.

Via Sistina and champion jockey James McDonald stormed to consecutive victories in the Champions Stakes on Saturday.

Jamie Melham and the jubilant connections of Half Yours burst out in joy after claiming victory in the race that stopped the nation.

The highly-fancied Buckeoo finished in the unwanted last position in the Melbourne Cup, slipping through the field after being sent off at $14.

Buckaroo has been confirmed for the Melbourne Cup after Chris Waller admitted he couldn't find a single reason to keep him out.

Via Sistina clinched victory in the 105th running of the famed Cox Plate, winning in sensational fashion over the field.

Betting chaos and form rumours involving Everest favourite and Ka Ying Rising have been quashed by trainer David Hayes.

Autumn Boy has won the $3 million Caulfield Guineas, extending a rare family dynasty as the third-generation winner.

The world's best horse produced another emphatic victory as Via Sistina bolted home to win the $3 million TAB Champions Stakes.