The road to the Melbourne Cup 2025 is heating up, and French import Mormona has entered the conversation in a big way. After a commanding win in the Flemington Cup, the talented stayer’s odds were slashed, signalling growing confidence in a potential spring campaign.

Mormona Stakes Strong Claim for the 2025 Melbourne Cup

The Melbourne Cup picture shifted dramatically following an impressive performance in the Flemington Cup last Saturday. French import Mormona surged to victory, capturing the attention of punters and analysts alike. With Jamie Melham (formerly Jamie Kah) on board, the 2800m win was both tactically sound and visually dominant. Immediately after the race, Mormona’s Melbourne Cup odds dropped from $101 to $51, highlighting growing market confidence.

In-Form Stable and Smart Placement Strategy

Trainer Annabel Neasham now handles Mormona’s campaign. Her proven ability to target and place horses smartly gives punters confidence. Neasham has consistently delivered success with stayers over the spring carnival calendar. Based on Mormona’s progression, connections are seriously considering a Melbourne Cup 2025 run. All signs point to a spring prep, especially after such a strong win at Flemington.

Flemington Cup Win Showcases Cup Potential

The win in the Flemington Cup on Saturday, July 19, was a super effort by Mormona. Jamie Melham gave the horse a lovely ride, finding great position and conserving energy throughout. She timed the run perfectly, taking the split at the right moment and charging home strongly. Mormona looked set to draw away late, but Muktamil, the second horse, showed good fight to the line. Following the win, Melbourne Cup odds were slashed from $101 to $51 by the bookmakers. The stable is now deciding whether to run again or target a Spring Racing Carnival campaign.

What our Expert Analyst had to say

We’re taking an educated punt that this runner might finally deliver something worthwhile for punters. Formerly a European horse with solid listed winning form before coming to Australia two years ago. Since then, it hasn’t managed to produce a full, consistent preparation — just scattered, spaced-out runs. It’s been two starts here, then a let-up, then one more — never quite stringing them together.  But this time looks different, with clear improvement across all three runs and back to its preferred trip.

Consistent Form Building Towards Cup Campaign

Mormona’s recent results speak for themselves:

  • Flemington: 1st over 2800m

  • Rosehill: 2nd over 2800m

  • Rosehill: 6th over 2400m

  • Rosehill: 7th over 2000m

Each run shows improvement in both distance and performance. If connections aim for the Melbourne Cup, punters should take notice now—before odds shorten again.