A DISGRACE TO THE (HUMAN) RACE: Animal rights groups call for investigation into death of Melbourne Cup race horse

ELIZA MCPHEE: Animal rights activism groups are calling for an ‘immediate’ investigation into the Melbourne Cup after the tragic death of race favourite, Anthony van Dyck. The horse was just 500m from the finish line during the highly anticipated race on Tuesday afternoon when it fractured its fetlock. Vets quickly assessed the animal but found … Continue reading A DISGRACE TO THE (HUMAN) RACE: Animal rights groups call for investigation into death of Melbourne Cup race horse