MANY first timers descended on Mildura Racecourse for a glass of bubbly, a sneaky bet and to soak up some racing action for Melbourne Cup day at Mildura on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: Mildura races on Melbourne Cup day Fay’s Joy wins Mallee Cup at Mildura Racing Club Familiar faces blitz the field with colourful fashions Want to buy a cup day photo? Go to our Photo Sales section While some opted fo...