Without A Fight takes the crown

Without A Fight emerged as the runaway winner of the highly anticipated 2023 Melbourne Cup. The Sam and Anthony Freedman-trained superstar, ridden by jockey Mark Zahra, proved to be a force to be reckoned with, leaving the competition in the dust.

Surprise upset for Vauban

Despite going off as the strong favorite, Vauban failed to deliver, struggling to make an impact as the race progressed. The home bend proved to be a stumbling block for the once-promising contender.

Zahra's smart move pays off

Mark Zahra, who rode last year's Melbourne Cup winner Gold Trip, made a strategic decision to switch to Without A Fight for this year's race. It turned out to be a wise move as Zahra clinched his second consecutive Melbourne Cup victory.

Full results and finishing order

The Melbourne Cup is known for its thrilling races and this year was no exception. Here are the top three finishers:

1. Without A Fight
2. Soulcombe
3. Sheraz

Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting event.

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