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Cox Plate

The Cox Plate is a prestigious annual horse race held in Australia, typically in October at Moonee Valley Racecourse. It covers a distance of 2,040 meters (about 1ΒΌ miles) and features some of the best middle-distance horses from Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. The race is renowned for its level of competition and rich history, often influencing international racing rankings. Winning the Cox Plate is a significant achievement that highlights a horse's speed, stamina, and racing excellence. It is celebrated as one of Australia's most important and exciting racing events.