As the 2025 Melbourne Cup approaches, RacingOnline.com takes a look at star jockey Thore Hammer Hansen and his record in the race that stops a nation.
How many Melbourne Cups has Thore Hammer Hansen won?
Can Thore Hammer-Hansen win the 2025 Melbourne Cup? Has he done it before? We’ve done the digging for you. Below is Hammer-Hansen’s Cup ride and a quick snapshot of the horse he partners.
Despite a busy international resume, Thore Hammer-Hansen is set for his first Melbourne Cup start in 2025 — and it doubles as his Australian race-day debut. He’s been booked to ride the German-trained stayer Flatten The Curve.
Who is Thore Hammer-Hansen riding in the 2025 Melbourne Cup?
Thore Hammer-Hansen will ride Flatten The Curve in the 2025 Melbourne Cup.
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Flatten The Curve
- Age: 7YO
- Colour: Chestnut
- Sex: Gelding
- Sire: Zarak (FR)
- Dam: Lailoma (FR)