The stage is set for the 154th running of the Melbourne Cup as 24 horses will race for the greatest prize in the race that stops the nation.
The Melbourne Cup field has been finalised with no further withdrawals, leaving Japan's Admire Rakti still favourite but support rising for late qualifier, Signoff.
Caulfield Cup winner Admire Rakti is the top weight with 58.5kg as the Japanese raider selected barrier eight at the draw over the weekend.
The only setback was Green Moon who was withdrawn after suffering a cracked hoof, but no other horses were taken out before final acceptances.
Signoff jumped to equal favourite in the Melbourne Cup betting after making the field, but eased slightly after drawing barrier 16.
Admire Rakti will be one of 11 internationally‑trained runners in the field, equalling the record for the race.
Some of the other internationals in the field include Red Cadeaux who will be running in the Cup for the fourth time, Godolphin's Cavalryman, Willing Foe and German horse Protectionist.
The Melbourne Cup starts at 5pm tomorrow.
