The Lexus Melbourne Cup goes to the cricket in Goodwood

An appearance at the Lord Taverners cricket match, an annual fixture in the list that the Lord’s Tavern has played, had Adam Collins, Australian cricket journalist, reflecting on the Cup’s impact. “Culturally, I have a real appreciation of where the Melbourne Cup Carnival and the Spring Carnival sits,” he said. A local racegoer at Goodwood reminisced about waking up at 3:50 a.m. to watch the Cup from a young age from the other side of the world.

The Cup’s global influence is evident, and the trophy symbolises a passion for horse racing that unites enthusiasts across the world.