Sudden downpour catches punters out as weather chaos continues

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Sudden downpour catches punters out as weather chaos continues. (2026, October 31). The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/sport/racing/sudden-downpour-catches-punters-out-as-weather-chaos-continues-20261031-p61a9d.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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A sudden rainstorm disrupted activities at Flemington, with attendees struggling to find shelter. Umbrellas were blown inside out, and some people hid under the venue’s rosebushes as strong winds added to the chaos.

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Sudden downpour catches punters out as weather chaos continues Umbrellas were turned inside out groups hunkered down to hide from the wild weather and strong gusts of wind. asserted

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