The 1993 Melbourne Cup, Australia's most prestigious annual Thoroughbred horse race, was won by Vintage Crop, ridden by Michael Kinane and trained by Dermot Weld. This victory marked a significant milestone as Vintage Crop became the first international horse to win the Melbourne Cup, paving the way for increased international participation in subsequent years. The race, held at Flemington Racecourse on November 2, 1993, attracted widespread attention and cemented Vintage Crop's place in racing history.
