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Melbourne Cup Interest Hits Record Low: A Guardian Essential poll

💡 Why it matters

This cultural shift could force major reforms in the racing industry and reduce gambling's normalization in Australian society.

A Guardian Essential poll shows only 9% of Australians have high interest in the Melbourne Cup, down from 18% in 2025, while over two-thirds report low or zero interest. Meanwhile, the race was won by Point of Law, a former horse of King Charles III.