Carrie Bickmore slammed over 'disappointing' move ahead of the Melbourne Cup

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is not usually one to spark controversy, but surprised fans on Sunday by of her celebrating Derby Day at Flemington Racecourse. Attendees wear black and white for Derby Day, with Carrie wearing a form-fitting Effie Kats dress and a black hat. due to the risks involved for the animals.

The reports that while the industry doesn't reveal the exact number of injuries and deaths of racehorses, horses are placed at risk of injuries such as torn ligaments, muscle tears, fractured bones, or internal bleeding in the lungs. Whips, tongue ties and spurs are commonly used in racing and cause discomfort and pain to the animals. There is no evidence these devices do anything but cause discomfort and possible injury.



Carrie's followers were quick to share their thoughts on the matter, taking to the comments section of her Instagram post. "Or we could not support animal abuse just to dress up pretty," one person wrote. "I'm kind of disappointed you would support the races.

Love you, but not this decision," another said. "You support the death of horses all in name of dressing up and having fun??" a third asked. "Animal cruelty with a side of fashion!! How vacuous," someone else added.

Others loved the look, with Nadia Bartel writing, "You looked incredible!" Khan Ing also wrote, "Stunning hun." "One of your best looks ever Carrie 🙌🔥 All class 🥂," one user added. "I am legitimately obsessed with your looks at the moment," another said.

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