The race of the year happens on the first Tuesday of November Melbourne Cup Day. It's the race that stops the nation and has been won by rogues and royalty, great jockeys from he biggest stables, and unknown apprentices as'well as knockabouts from the bush. Coverage includes stories about the heroes, the jockeys and the horses, the jockey and the characters that create the rich tapestry of racing. Also looks at what happens off the track - the celebrity, glamour and fashion that define the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Hosted by: Bruce McAvaney, Richard Freedman and Simon Marshall Presenters include: Johanna Griggs, Shelley Craft, Jennifer Hawkins, Matthew White and Sonia Kruger