Fancied Melbourne Cup horse Defiantly ruled out by vets
2 sources·Updated October 31, 2026
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- ABC Just In AU·1d agoFancied Melbourne Cup horse Defiantly ruled out by vets
The Melbourne Cup field changes again, with international challenger Defiantly ruled out of the race after failing a vet inspection on Derby Day.
Read at ABC Just In AU → - 7NEWS Australia·1d agoAnother Melbourne Cup shock as long-time contender Defiantly sensationally withdrawn
The international stayer has been deemed unsuitable to race on vet advice.
Read at 7NEWS Australia →
