Every year I remind you that my mate, Max Hitchins, has made a lifelong career of studying the Melbourne Cup, race that stops a nation, and this year will be no exception. Max has probably managed to pick the winner of the Cup more times than he has had hot feeds. So, if you are like me and one of the millions of people who have a flutter on the Cup, you can get his expert advice here.

Oh and good luck! (Personally, I like Cavalryman.)