TV host Emma Freedman shows off her much slimmer figure in head-to-toe animal print at Melbourne Cup

Emma Freedman turned heads as she stepped out at the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday, showing off her noticeably slimmer figure in a striking animal-print ensemble.

The television and radio presenter made a glamorous appearance at Flemington Racecourse, looking almost unrecognisable in a sophisticated leopard-print outfit while posing at the LANDMARK by Lexus marquee.

Emma appeared in high spirits as she posed for photographs, showcasing her slender silhouette in a fitted, two-piece ensemble.

The eye-catching outfit featured a structured, long-sleeved jacket with a cinched waist, button detailing and a dramatic peplum hem that accentuated her figure.

She paired the statement jacket with a matching leopard-print midi skirt, which fell just above her ankles.

The blonde beauty completed her race-day look with black pointed-toe slingback heels and a structured black handbag featuring gold hardware.

Emma added a touch of old Hollywood glamour with a wide black headband, narrow cat-eye sunglasses and delicate drop earrings.

She wore her blonde locks swept back from her face and opted for a glamorous makeup palette, including a bold red lip.

At one point, Emma flashed a beaming smile as she adjusted her sunglasses while posing on the steps.

Her appearance marked a striking contrast to her look at last year's Spring Champion Day in Sydney, where she sported a vibrant red mini dress.

In photographs shared to Instagram in October 2025, Emma showed off her legs in a sleeveless frock adorned with oversized floral embellishments in pink, cream and white.

The playful ensemble featured a fitted bodice and flared skirt, which she accessorised with a matching red pillbox-style headpiece and white pointed heels.

While Emma has not publicly attributed any change in her appearance to a particular weight-loss regime, her latest outing showcased a noticeably different silhouette.

Emma was among the familiar faces who descended on Flemington for the annual Melbourne Cup, with Australia's racing elite and entertainment stars bringing plenty of glamour to the iconic event.

This year's race-day fashion saw celebrities embrace daring prints, bold colours and statement accessories as they competed for attention off the track.

Emma announced the arrival of her second child, a daughter named Edie Lucinda Rundle, in October 2020.

She also has a son, William, 7, and she shares both children with her husband, Charlie Rundle.

Emma and Charlie began dating in 2015.

The couple tied the knot at the Paddington Reservoir in Sydney in 2018. 

They are also proud parents to 'fur baby' Utah, their family dog.

Emma is the daughter of five-time Melbourne Cup-winning thoroughbred horse trainer Lee Freedman.