Valiant King Information
Chris Waller’s gelding showed resilience despite a wide draw in the Caulfield Cup. Finishing last year’s Cup sixth, he could surprise as a longshot this year.
Melbourne Cup 🏆: View the Field and Odds for the Melbourne Cup
16. Valiant King
Odds 💰: $71.00
Breeding: Roaring Lion x Assembly
Trainer: Chris Waller
Jockey: Craig Newitt
Weight: 50.5kg
Barrier: 22
Career Stats: 11: 1-3-1
Min/Max Distance Wins: 2011m/2011m
Career Best Win: Maiden, May 13 2023, Navan, Soft Surface
Dry Track Stats: 6: 0-1-1
Wet Track Stats: 5: 1-2-0
Short Summary: Didn’t think his Caulfield Cup run was too bad. Upside, Waller polish, sneaky top ten prospect.
Key Replay: Caulfield Cup, October 19 2024, Caulfield, Soft Surface
He was following the wrong horses in the run and then was forced very wide on the turn, so just forgive and forget this effort, but he was good in defeat.
Final Summary: The form says wet ground is ideal for him but I reckon he’s better on firmer footing, which he should get here. I think Craig Newitt on is suggesting he may be ridden with intent…which I wouldn’t want him. He’s a top ten chance for mine. Think he’s going well.
What odds is Valiant King to win the Melbourne Cup?
Valiant King is currently listed at $71.00 in the 2024 Melbourne Cup market with online bookmaker Ladbrokes. Join Ladbrokes now and get your Melbourne Cup bet on in less than 2 minutes!
Can Valiant King win the Melbourne Cup?
Valiant King, listed at $71.00 in Melbourne Cup odds, definitely has a chance of winning the Melbourne Cup. The Melbourne Cup has a history of upset winners, as we saw in 2015 when Prince of Penzance won at $101 odds! You can back Valiant King at Ladbrokes, Neds, swiftbet or MyBet.
What Number, Barrier and Weight is Valiant King
Valiant King will carry saddlecloth number 16 and will jump from barrier 22 in the 2024 Melbourne Cup. Valiant King will carry 50.5kg in the Melbourne Cup.
Which jockey will ride Valiant King in the Melbourne Cup?
Valiant King will be ridden by Craig Newitt in the 2024 Melbourne Cup with a weight of 50.5kg.
