Kris Lees is gearing up for a remarkable milestone as he prepares to send out his first entrant in the prestigious Melbourne Cup. The Newcastle trainer will saddle ‘Changingoftheguard,’ an outsider in the race, which has drawn significant attention as it aims to help Lloyd Williams secure his eighth victory in the iconic event. Williams is recognized as the race’s most successful owner, and he will have his distinctive navy blue and white colors represented on the track.
Lees has come to hold a selection of horses from Williams, having transitioned from being a private trainer a few years back. This year, he initially anticipated having another chance to compete in the Melbourne Cup with Cleveland, but unfortunately, that horse was scratched on race eve. Now, the focus shifts to ‘Changingoftheguard,’ and Lees is striving to make history by becoming the sixth trainer to guide a Melbourne Cup winner for Williams, who first triumphed with Just A Dash in 1981.
With the Melbourne Cup set to take place tomorrow, it promises to be an eventful and exhilarating day for fans and participants alike, spotlighting the excitement woven into the very fabric of horse racing culture. The race will be broadcast live on FBC Sports starting at 2:30 PM, inviting viewers to witness firsthand the anticipation and drama that each Cup running embodies.
This year’s Melbourne Cup not only showcases top-tier racing talent but also stands as a testament to perseverance and the dreams of trainers like Lees, whose journey exemplifies the spirit of competition and hope inherent in the sport.