The Melbourne Cup has been an important part of Australian culture for generations, but it is not only enjoyed as an exciting sporting event, but also for its glamor and sophistication as the country’s most beautiful women get dressed up for the occasion to show off the best spring fashions. Every Tuesday in November is a busy one in restaurants and venues throughout the nation as everyone gets ready for one of the country’s biggest occasions.

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You can gain a little insight into international horse racing by reading this article. There is much to learn and little space for it, but still some good facts can be found here. One thing is that the sport is growing internationally very fast. Another is that one of the premier events is going to be held in Dubai. They are holding a new race, called the Dubai Masters, where winning jockeys from the major races of 2009 will compete against each other.

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Dating to the mid-1600 and inexorably tied to royalty, horse racing is truly a “Sport of Kings”. One of the most explosive and exciting sports known to man, International Horse Racing features acts of strength, courage and beauty. This piece covers the history of racing and features some of the most important international races.

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