1 November 1977, Flemington, Melbourne, Australia
Mr Chairman ladies and gentlemen,
Any little noises that you may happen to hear are only static. It’s just somethng wrong with the system.
I want you to understand, and I know that you will, that the minor noises do not destroy the marvellous occasion today is for me and for my wife.
Won’t say anything about Mr Cummings. It’s all written down for me here on a piece of paper, but you’ve heard it all over the loud speaker.
Cheers from a small minority, however, ah, life is wonderful for all of us, especially winners of the Melbourne Cup. Congratulations to all of you, and I’ll be back again as a spectator!