The promoter for Paul Gallen's blockbuster return to the ring has been left disappointed by a fighter's "unprofessional" error on the eve of his undercard bout.

Proxima Dea has stamped herself as a stayer to be reckoned with after in-form jockey Zac Lloyd steered the unbeaten filly to victory in the VRC Oaks.

Proxima Deas dominates the field to be crowned the champion of the Crown Oaks.

Australia's premier three-year-old fillies took centre stage at Flemington, tested over 2500m for the 2026 Crown Oaks. Revisit the headline race of the day!

Collingwood recruit Lachie Neale has given his kids a tour of his new club rooms a day after estranged wife Jules Neale was seen enjoying Melbourne Cup festivities.

Lady Catalina remained calm through some early barrier drama to win the Crown Red Roses Stakes.

Powerful three-year-old sprint fillies took centre stage down the Flemington straight six, chasing Group 3 black-type silverware over 1100m.

Preston Campbell has played with recruits who had “no interest in coming to benefit the club”. He has implored his old outfit to be cautious on the market.

Pace ace Mahli Beardman says an email about a clothing order gave him a clue he was about to earn a call-up for Australia's ODIs and T20s against England.

A federal minister has hosed down any talk of loosening purse strings to help a state government push the 2032 Olympics over the line and on budget.