Smokin’ Romans Information
Was kept safe in betting in this race in 2022 and was okay. He hasn’t really captured that sort of form since and his efforts this time in suggest he’s nowhere near the level required to figure in the finish. He is one I am more than happy to pen.
Melbourne Cup 🏆: View the Field and Odds for the Melbourne Cup
12. Smokin’ Romans
Odds 💰: $51.00
Breeding: Ghibellines x Inferno
Trainer: Ciaron Maher
Jockey: Ben Melham
Weight: 53.5kg
Barrier: 11
Career Stats: 53: 11-9-3
Min/Max Distance Wins: 1500m/2600m
Career Best Win: Turnbull Stakes, October 1 2022, Flemington, Good Surface
Dry Track Stats: 32: 7-2-3
Wet Track Stats: 16: 4-7-0
Short Summary: Good chance the ambulance may beat him home.
Key Replay: Moonee Valley Cup, October 24 2025, Moonee Valley, Good Surface
He was kept quite safe in betting here. He had a suck run in behind the speed and while he did get held up on the turn when wanting to build the revs, once clear, he just plodded to the line and continued what has been a disappointing prep vs previous preparations.
What odds is Smokin’ Romans to win the Melbourne Cup?
Smokin’ Romans is currently listed at $51.00 in the 2026 Melbourne Cup market with online bookmaker Ladbrokes. Join Ladbrokes now and get your Melbourne Cup bet on in less than 2 minutes!
Can Smokin’ Romans win the Melbourne Cup?
Smokin’ Romans, listed at $51.00 in Melbourne Cup odds, definitely has a chance of winning the Melbourne Cup. The Melbourne Cup has a history of upset winners, as we saw in 2015 when Prince of Penzance won at $101 odds! You can back Smokin’ Romans at Ladbrokes, Neds, swiftbet or MyBet.
What Number, Barrier and Weight is Smokin’ Romans
Smokin’ Romans will carry saddlecloth number 12 and will jump from barrier 11 in the 2026 Melbourne Cup. Smokin’ Romans will carry 53.5kg in the Melbourne Cup.
Which jockey will ride Smokin’ Romans in the Melbourne Cup?
Smokin’ Romans will be ridden by Ben Melham in the 2026 Melbourne Cup with a weight of 53.5kg.
