Caulfield Cup and The Everest LIVE: Big day of racing lined up for Melbourne and Sydney

Kate Waterhouse grew up around the racecourse, so by now, countless race days later, she can spot a fashion faux pas a mile away.

The presenter is attending Everest in Sydney today and serving as ATC Fashion Stakes Judge, dishing out her well-earned wisdom on what sets someone apart in the racewear competition.

For her, the biggest style “ick” is when it’s clear someone looks out of place.

“Racing fashion is a great opportunity to have fun and experiment, but you should still feel comfortable and confident,” Waterhouse says.

And while a bit of individual flair is welcome, don’t get too carried away with your interpretation of the dress code.

“It’s important to dress for the occasion,” she says. “There’s a certain elegance to racing fashion that I love.”

Former Melbourne Racing Club chairman Peter Le Grand has a Caulfield Cup record that will stand the test of time.

Today marks the 65th year in a row Le Grand has been at the track for the first leg of Victorian racing’s holy trinity – a streak which stayed intact through the COVID-19 pandemic because he was chairman.

He has watched the race from nearly every vantage point – from the public section to the members enclosure and the committee room. He’s even snuck into a steward’s tower.

G’day everyone and welcome to our racing blog for one of the biggest Saturdays of the year as its Caulfield Cup Day in Melbourne and Everest Day at Royal Randwick in Sydney.

We will have all the colour and fun from the tracks along with the winners and reactions from the races.

The Everest is set for 4.15pm AEDT and The Caulfield Cup is set for 5.15pm AEDT.