The W.S. Cox Plate is a prestigious horse race held annually in Australia, specifically at the Moonee Valley Racecourse in Melbourne. Established in 1922, it is named after the prominent businessman William Samuel Cox, who was instrumental in the race's creation. The event is run over a distance of 2,040 meters and is part of the Australian racing calendar. As a weight-for-age race, the Cox Plate attracts top thoroughbreds from around the world, making it one of the most sought-after titles in horse racing. It is often referred to as the "race that stops a nation," highlighting its significance in Australian culture and the excitement it generates among racing enthusiasts.