Half Yours storms to Melbourne Cup victory — Jamie Melham completes historic double
Favourite Half Yours produced a commanding performance to win the 2025 Melbourne Cup at Flemington on 4 November 2025, ridden by Jamie Melham. The victory completed a rare Caulfield Cup–Melbourne Cup double and provided a memorable day for connections and fans.
Race overview
In wet, testing conditions at Flemington, the Australian-bred five-year-old gelding settled well and produced a strong finishing run to claim the Cup by roughly two lengths. The win was worth approximately A$4.5 million in prize money for the race.
Official top finishers
| Position | Horse | Jockey | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Half Yours | Jamie Melham | Calvin & Tony McEvoy (reports) |
| 2 | Goodie Two Shoes | — | — |
| 3 | Middle Earth | — | — |
Why this win matters
- Historic double: Half Yours became one of the few horses to complete the Caulfield Cup–Melbourne Cup double in the same season.
- Milestone for the jockey: Jamie Melham’s win drew widespread attention — both for the double and for the emotional backstory many outlets highlighted after the race.
- Local pride: The victory was notable because Half Yours was the standout Australian-bred runner in a mostly international field.
Reaction & aftermath
Pundits and racing fans reacted quickly across social and traditional media, praising the ride and the horse’s stamina. News outlets also noted on-track drama earlier in the day and the large Flemington crowd that braved rainy conditions to witness the race.
Want the full results and payouts?
For the complete finishing order, dividend tables and race replay, consult official racing services and the major sports outlets that published minute-by-minute coverage on 4 November 2025. We recommend checking Racing Victoria and leading news reports for official stewards’ notes and any post-race inquiries.
Quick facts
- Race: 165th Melbourne Cup — Flemington Racecourse
- Date: 4 November 2025
- Winner: Half Yours (AUS)
- Winning jockey: Jamie Melham
- Trainers: Calvin & Tony McEvoy (as reported)
- Prize: ~A$4.5 million (total Cup purse).
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