Valley's 2013 Melbourne Cup Day

Tipping winners is hard work, says James

We were all winners at the Moonee Valley Cricket Club's Melbourne Cup function at the Reunion Bar in Ascot Vale.

There was fun, food and frolic, under the watchful eye of MVCC sponsor, host and occasional player Matt Clare.

As James Holt (left) shows, tipping winners is hard work, and you need a rest from it occasionally to refresh.

A small but merry band of players gathered at the Union Rd venue for the day, and we were able to watch the passing hordes on their way to and from Royal Flemington.

We had the last laugh though, with sweeps, mystery bets and all manner of entertainment - including enjoying singer/guitarist Chris Langford's vast repertoire for the afternoon.

For more pictures from the day, click HERE.