WATCH | Melbourne Cup Day Preview: Shaun Clotworthy Shares His Tips and Insights

As racing fans gear up for a huge day on both sides of the Tasman, club ambassador Caitlin O’Sullivan Doyle sits down with trainer Shaun Clotworthy to talk all things Melbourne Cup Day.

In this exclusive chat, Shaun reflects on Willydoit’s recent Golden Eagle experience, gives us his thoughts on Aftermath ahead of today’s Eldson Park Balmerino Stakes at Ellerslie, and shares a handy tip for those following the action from Flemington.

👉 Watch the video below and get ready for a thrilling day of racing – right here at Ellerslie and across the ditch.

We’re racing here at Ellerslie for Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday 4 November 2025. Gates open at 11am with the first of 10 races at Ellerslie scheduled to go at 12.20pm. General admission is free with the Melbourne Cup broadcast live on course at 5pm.