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Hartnell a firming Cup favourite
AAP
Punters have come for the favourite Hartnell who has again firmed to $5.50 for the Melbourne Cup on the back of some big bets.
The Godolphin horse eased to $6 on Tuesday but by early afternoon was back to his previous price with the TAB taking three big bets totalling $52,000.
Caulfield Cup winner Jameka and Oceanographer are equal second picks at $8.50.