Is the popularity of the Melbourne Cup declining?

The Melbourne Cup is known as 'the race that stops the nation,' but it continues to face criticism over animal welfare and gambling issues.

Source: AAP

Key Points

• Victoria has a holiday for the Melbourne Cup.
• This year, 2024, around 90,000 attendees are expected at Flemington Racecourse.
• However, ongoing criticism regarding gambling and animal welfare has contributed to its decline in popularity in recent years.