Racehorse profile
Trained by Chris Waller
Asterix is Chris Waller's New Zealand-bred hope in the 2026 Melbourne Cup, carrying 55kg with 2020 Cup-winning rider Jye McNeil in the saddle.
Barrier 6 gives him every chance to land midfield with cover. Waller, who won the 2021 Cup with Verry Elleegant, knows exactly how to place one in this race.
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Jye McNeil, who won the 2020 Cup aboard Twilight Payment.
Barrier 6, with 55kg for trainer Chris Waller.