Yahoo!7 Answers Australia

I’m a keen supporter of the Australian cricket team so of course I’m really happy that “our boys” have been playing so well in this year’s Ashes series, winning both tests so far.

The series has now moved to Perth and the 3rd test of The Ashes will start at the WACA on Thursday. England is trying to stay optimistic despite their losses in both Brisbane and Adelaide, with opener Andrew Strauss declaring that his team hasn’t lost sight of that trophy just yet. I suppose time will tell – you can keep up to date with the scores on Yahoo7’s Battle for the Ashes webpage.

Don’t forget that during each test Australian cricketing legend Justin Langer will be taking time out to ask your thoughts on all things cricket – you can give your opinion right now on whether the third umpire should be used to help make LBW decisions.

Clea

Summertime means cricket-time and unless you have been living under a rock for the last week you would know that the hotly contended cricket series, The Ashes, is being played.

The Answers community has been very lucky with Australian cricketing legend, Justin Langer answering questions and is set to ask a question for each Test. Langer did fantastically well in the 1st Test having made 82 in the first innings and 100 not out in the second innings.

Stay tuned for the 2nd Test question and in the mean time you might like to share your expertise in the cricket category and/or browse the Ashes Site that can be toggled for Australia or England (depending on your allegiances).

And girls… cricket isn’t just for the boys – so remember, white is the new green and gold!

Alana

On the first Tuesday of November every year, Australia becomes an expert in horseflesh, betting odds, slow tracks and fast tracks, and training techniques.

The girls dress up in fancy frocks with feathers in their hair, and the boys slip into a suit, and everyone is ready to watch Australia’s most famous horse race – the Melbourne Cup.

This year there are none of the usual big names, no horses trained by Gai Waterhouse or Bart Cummings, but that hasn’t kept the punters from getting excited about the field.  Or the fashion possibilities!

And, after you’ve poured over the field guide and chosen your outfit the only thing left to do is to find somewhere to watch the race. It has to have a big screen, lots of atmosphere, and a well stocked bar.

Good luck with your tips or sweeps – may the best horse win!

When you have checked out the questions and answers on Yahoo!7 Answers, don’t forget to watch the live coverage on Channel 7 and explore the Spring Racing site.

Lynne (guest editor)