The Age's live coverage of the Melbourne Cup on Monday included racing analyst Francesca Cumani's guidance on what to look for when trying to pick a winning horse, according to the publisher. The same live report noted that attendees at Flemington were contending with a rainy day at the course.
The Age presented both details as part of its rolling coverage of the Cup, published on Monday. The report did not set out the specifics of Cumani's criteria in the headline and summary available, and no further detail on her advice was included in that material.
The wet weather at Flemington was a visible feature of the day for those on course, with The Age describing racegoers as braving the rain. The publisher's live format indicates the coverage was updated as events unfolded.
Cumani is a familiar figure in international racing broadcasting, though The Age's material summarised here does not elaborate on her record or background beyond her tips for spotting a winning horse.
What to watch next: The Age's live coverage for further updates from Flemington, including how conditions affect the track and the outcome of the race.
