A jockey is barred from the Melbourne Cup

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By Sarah Davis • Updated Oct 26, 2026 at 07:50

Mick Riley: Placed fifth on a mare called Butternut in 1985 - Victoria Racing Club — A jockey is barred from the Melbourne Cup

A jockey has been banned from the Melbourne Cup for an in-race act. Another jockey has been suspended for 10 meetings following an incident involving a horse that died. Additionally, a jockey has been sentenced for drink driving incidents. Meanwhile, a jockey has expressed confidence in the Melbourne Cup field.

“A jockey has been banned from the Melbourne Cup for an in-race act,” — Elena Iversen, regional editor at Stancroft Ham Group, noted.

Timeline

Oct 26 — A jockey has been banned from the Melbourne Cup for an in-race act....

Oct 27 — Meanwhile, a jockey has expressed confidence in the Melbourne Cup field....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 25. The Stancroft Ham Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Thursday, Oct 29.

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