Can Verry Elleegant win the 2023 Melbourne Cup?

Verry Elleegant
Verry Elleegant winning the 2021 Group 1 Melbourne Cup. Photo: Bruno Cannatelli

The Chris Waller-trained Verry Elleegant was one of the best mares that Australian racing has seen in some time. Before retiring in 2021, she won the Melbourne Cup, giving her jockey, James McDonald, and trainer, Chris Waller, their first victory in the race.

Verry Elleegant’s Melbourne Cup record

Verry Elleegant competed in the Melbourne Cup on two occasions. In 2020, the daughter of Zed finished seventh of 23. One year later, Verry Elleegant would go onto win the 2021 Melbourne Cup, defeating Incentivise by four lengths.

When will Verry Elleegant run in the Melbourne Cup?

Verry Elleegant will not run in the 2023 Melbourne Cup.


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