Showers are expected to fall early on Tuesday in Melbourne but wet weather isn\u2019t expected to cause havoc in the race that stops the nation. <\/p>\n
Saturday\u2019s Derby Day meeting raced on a good track despite some brief showers early in the program.<\/p>\n
However, it\u2019s Monday that will prove to be key in how the Flemington track is rated for Tuesday\u2019s meeting.<\/p>\n
Up to 20mm could fall in Victoria\u2019s capital the day before the great race. That sort of rain will affect the track condition with the horses who prefer wet ground to come right into contention.<\/p>\n
A comfortable top of 18 degrees is being forecast for Tuesday with a low of 14 degrees.<\/p>\n
TREVOR MARSHALLSEA\u2019S FORM GUIDE: Verdict on every runner and predicted first 4<\/a><\/p>\n MELBOURNE CUP FIELD: Which 24 horses made final cut<\/a><\/p>\n BARRIER DRAW: Full results and who fared best \u2014 and worst<\/a><\/p>\n MELBOURNE CUP ULTIMATE GUIDE: Everything you need to know<\/a><\/p>\n ORDER OF ENTRY: Latest in the race for Cup spots<\/a><\/p>\n