THE Race That Stops A Nation is almost here, and the crowds will be trackside at the Wangaratta Turf Club on Tuesday to take in the big race for the first time in five years.
Between COVID restrictions, track works and the ever-fickle weather gods, punters, fashionistas and the general public have been unable to enjoy Melbourne Cup Day at the local track since 2019.
Now, with the track looking a dre...