The 47-year-old Irish singer has copped backlash following his performance at the race that stops the nation.

An Australian model has been heavily criticised online for the dress she wore to the Wicked movie premiere on Sunday.

Everyone was dressed to impress in florals, bright block colours, and bows at WA’s iconic course to watch the race that stops the nation.

It’s the big horse race many across Australia have their eye on. Take a look at how the people of Perth celebrated Melbourne Cup from afar.

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The 34-year-old spent several hours on the run after leaving the Boronia Pre-release Centre for Women about 2.30pm on Sunday.