Key facts
- Free printable sweep with the 24 projected runners; print from your browser.
- Updated with the official field and numbers after the draw on Saturday 31 October.
- Run the draw after scratchings close at 7:30am AEDT on Tuesday.
- A common prize split: 60 per cent to first, 25 per cent to second, 15 per cent to third.
How do you run a Melbourne Cup sweep?
You run a Melbourne Cup sweep by selling one ticket per horse at a fixed price, drawing the horses at random and paying the pool to the holders of the placegetters. It takes ten minutes and works for any group. The sheet below lists the projected 2026 runners from our Melbourne Cup field page.
- Print the sheet on this page.
- Agree the ticket price and the prize split before anyone pays.
- Sell the tickets and write each person's name on a slip.
- Wait for scratchings to close at 7:30am AEDT on Tuesday 3 November.
- Draw the horses at random and write each horse next to a name.
- Watch the race at 3:00pm AEDT and pay out straight after.
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Printable Melbourne Cup sweep sheet 2026
This sheet lists the 24 projected runners in alphabetical order with their odds on Friday 30 October. The final field and saddlecloth numbers are confirmed on Saturday night, and we update the sheet then.
| Ticket | Horse | Odds 30 Oct | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asterix | $101 | |
| 2 | Defiantly | $11 | |
| 3 | Enfjaar | $19 | |
| 4 | Goodie Two Shoes | $26 | |
| 5 | Hopewell Rock | $10 | |
| 6 | James J Braddock | $13 | |
| 7 | Juja Kibo | $15 | |
| 8 | Knight's Choice | $51 | |
| 9 | Middle Earth | $17 | |
| 10 | Mr Monaco | $26 | |
| 11 | Onesmoothoperator | $101 | |
| 12 | Point Of Law | $7 | |
| 13 | Royal Supremacy | $51 | |
| 14 | Shockletz | $11 | |
| 15 | So You Are | $21 | |
| 16 | Sons And Lovers | $21 | |
| 17 | Soul Of Spain | $51 | |
| 18 | Stinger Glass | $26 | |
| 19 | Strictly Business | $101 | |
| 20 | Trustyourinstinct | $7 | |
| 21 | Vauban | $51 | |
| 22 | Wine Dark Sea | $34 | |
| 23 | Zahrann | $26 | |
| 24 | Zakouma | $34 |
How should you split the sweep prize?
There is no fixed rule for splitting the sweep, but these splits are common:
| Pool | 1st (60%) | 2nd (25%) | 3rd (15%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $24 ($1 tickets) | $14.40 | $6.00 | $3.60 |
| $48 ($2 tickets) | $28.80 | $12.00 | $7.20 |
| $120 ($5 tickets) | $72.00 | $30.00 | $18.00 |
| $240 ($10 tickets) | $144.00 | $60.00 | $36.00 |
Some groups take a small amount from the pool for a prize for last place. Agree on it before the draw.
What do you do with scratchings?
The safest approach is to wait until race-day scratchings close at 7:30am AEDT on Tuesday before drawing. If a horse is scratched after your draw:
- Refund the ticket holder, or
- Give them one of the spare horses if the field has fewer than 24 tickets sold, or
- Agree in advance that a scratched horse's holder takes the favourite's place in a side draw.
What are some sweep variations?
Sweep variations keep things interesting:
- Double sweep: two tickets per person for big groups.
- Last-place prize: a small payout for the horse that finishes last.
- Barrier sweep: draw barrier numbers instead of horses.
- Tipping sheet: everyone picks their own top three; the best score wins.
Our Melbourne Cup tips page is a good starting point for a tipping sheet.
Frequently asked questions
How does a Melbourne Cup sweep work?
Everyone pays the same amount for a ticket, the horse names are drawn at random, and the people holding the first, second and third horses share the pool. Some sweeps also give a small prize for last place.
How many tickets are in a Melbourne Cup sweep?
A standard sweep has 24 tickets, one per runner. If the race has fewer starters after scratchings, the sweep has fewer tickets.
What happens in a sweep if a horse is scratched?
Run the draw after race-day scratchings close at 7:30am AEDT on Tuesday. If a horse is scratched after the draw, the usual fix is to refund that ticket or let its holder take a spare horse.
How should a Melbourne Cup sweep prize be split?
A popular split is 60 per cent to the winner, 25 per cent to second and 15 per cent to third. Agree the split before the draw.
Can I print the Melbourne Cup sweep sheet?
Yes. Use your browser's print option on this page. The print layout shows only the sweep sheet, without menus or images.
Are office sweeps legal in Australia?
Small private sweeps among friends or workmates are common and generally allowed, but the rules differ between states, and some workplaces have their own policies. Keep the stake small and pay out the whole pool.
Bet responsibly. Only bet what you can afford to lose, set a deposit limit with your bookmaker and take breaks. Gambling Help Online offers free, confidential support 24/7 on 1800 858 858. Read our responsible gambling guide.
Who wrote and checked this page
Alexander Korsager
Alexander Korsager is our editor-in-chief. He has spent more than ten years in online gambling and iGaming, including senior leadership roles. He writes every Melbourne Cup guide on this site from official VRC and Racing Victoria sources.
Dr. Divesh Garg
Dr. Divesh Garg is a game mathematician with a PhD in mathematics and years of research in probability and statistics. He checks the numbers on our odds and betting pages: implied chances, bet costs, exotic combinations and payouts.