The 2026 Canterbury Stakes ran on Saturday March 7, 2026, at Randwick, Sydney, Australia, and was won by the Chris Waller-trained favourite Joliestar ($2.25F)!
| 6. Joliestar (4) J: James McDonald57kg 153x1T: Chris Waller | ||
| 8. Beiwacht (3) J: Adam Hyeronimus56kg 214x8T: Chris Waller | ||
| 7. Lady Shenandoah (9) J: Nash Rawiller57kg 472x3T: Chris Waller | ||
| 2. Headley Grange (10) J: Chad Schofield59kg 1110xT: Joseph Pride | ||
| 4. Yorkshire (5) J: Jason Collett59kg x011xT: John O'shea & Tom Charlton | ||
| 5. Encap (1) J: Rachel King59kg 6497xT: Gary Portelli | ||
| 3. Linebacker (6) J: Dylan Gibbons59kg x717xT: John O'shea & Tom Charlton | ||
| 9. Napoleonic (7) J: Zac Lloyd56kg 41x22T: John O'shea & Tom Charlton | ||
| 1. Gringotts (8) J: Tommy Berry59kg 2110xT: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 10. Nepotism (2) J: Tyler Schiller56kg 9877xT: M, W & J Hawkes |
Canterbury Stakes Info
- 2026 Canterbury Stakes Date: Saturday the 7th of March 2026
- Track Location: Randwick Racecourse, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Distance: 1,300m
- Conditions: Weight-For-Age; 3YOs & Upwards
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $750,000
- First Run: 1929
- Reigning Canterbury Stakes Winner: Joliestar (2026)
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The Group 1 Canterbury Stakes is a key middle-distance sprint test for Australia’s WFA racehorses. It is one of the premier Group 1 races held each Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival and takes place Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse on a Saturday in early March as one of the highlights on Randwick Guineas Day conducted by the Australian Turf Club.
It is one of the key races in the country for middle-distance sprinters.
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TAB NZ provides in-depth analysis, form guides, and betting insights to help you navigate the competitive field of autumn contenders.
Whether you’re a seasoned punter or new to betting on the horse races in Australia and New Zealand, our comprehensive Canterbury Stakes coverage has everything you need.
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Canterbury Stakes Fast Facts
- Last mare to win the Canterbury Stakes: Joliestar (2026)
- Last back-to-back Canterbury Stakes winner: More Joyous (2011-12)
- Last three-year-old Canterbury Stakes winner: Holler (2016)
- Last favourite to win the Canterbury Stakes: Joliestar ($2.25 in 2026)
- Notable Fact: Every recent Canterbury Stakes winner in the last decade had won a previous Group 1 race aside from Holler, Mizzy and Lady Laguna!
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Canterbury Stakes Betting Info
Canterbury Stakes betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Randwick, autumn WFA race at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Canterbury Stakes betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Canterbury Stakes odds online.
All-In Canterbury Stakes betting markets are then available following the official Canterbury Stakes nominations taken on the Monday of race week.
Betting on the Canterbury Stakes field is available following final acceptances on the Wednesday of race week.
Betting on the Canterbury Stakes favours the locally trained sprint champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Sydney and Melbourne.
Canterbury Stakes race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winners who have an outstanding record in the event and the four-year-olds how have dominated the race in recent years.
Canterbury Stakes race tips centre on the season’s top three and four-year-old horses that have good lead-up form in similar grade autumn events, horses with previous experience at the Randwick track and the runners from the key stables in Sydney who have dominated the Canterbury Stakes race results.
The Canterbury Stakes is a weight-for-age event open to horses aged three-years-old and upwards.
Canterbury Stakes betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse on a Saturday in early March annually.
Expert Tips on the 2026 Canterbury Stakes
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Canterbury Stakes betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Randwick.
Canterbury Stakes Tips
Canterbury Stakes tips on which horse will win the next edition of Sydney’s WFA feature flood in as the countdown to the important Randwick 1300m race heats up.
Canterbury Stakes race tips on what horse will win the event this year are highly sought after by smart punters and racing fans every season.
When looking at Canterbury Stakes race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Canterbury Stakes field are proven over the distance?
- Who the key Canterbury Stakes trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the Canterbury Stakes field this year?
- Canterbury Stakes barrier statistics and where your Canterbury Stakes betting selections are drawn.
- Canterbury Stakes horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Canterbury Stakes race tip? The event itself takes around 1 minute and 15 seconds for the competing horses to run the 1,300m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Canterbury Stakes winner and winning Canterbury Stakes trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish Canterbury Stakes result.
Who holds the Canterbury Stakes race record? Trapeze Artist holds the current Canterbury Stakes race record winning in 2019 in a time of 1 minute 14.19 seconds.
What are the best Canterbury Stakes lead-up races to look at when placing a Canterbury Stakes bet?
There are a number of earlier summer / autumn races Canterbury Stakes bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Group 3 Southern Cross Stakes (1200m) at Rosehill in early February, Flemington’s Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning (1000m), the Group 2 Millie Fox Stakes (1300m) for fillies and mares later that month, New Zealand’s Group 1 BCD Group Sprint (1400m) at Te Rapa, and the Group 2 Expressway Stakes (1200m) at Randwick in early February.
Lady Laguna (2024) was the last horse to complete the Southern Cross Stakes / Canterbury Stakes double.
Joliestar (2026) was the last runner to complete the Expressway Stakes / Canterbury Stakes double.
New Zealand-Bred Horses in the Canterbury Stakes
Betting on the New Zealand-bred horses in the field is popular with Kiwi punters across the Tasman and the race results show Kiwi foaled horses saluting in the event three times since 2000 most recently The Bostonian (2020).
Canterbury Stakes Tips for a Trifecta
Canterbury Stakes tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Canterbury Stakes results.
The horse to finish on top of the Canterbury Stakes trifecta is your Canterbury Stakes winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a Canterbury Stakes trifecta exotic bet on the race is a great way to add to the thrill and potentially be rewarded with a generous pay-out.
A Canterbury Stakes trifecta is only successful if the three horses in your bet finish in the exact order you predict. Punters may choose instead to box their trifecta bets on the Canterbury Stakes to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Backing the favourite in Canterbury Stakes trifecta bets is a solid investment with the favourites saluting for the punters seven times from 2006 – 2024.
Key Canterbury Stakes Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Canterbury Stakes by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Canterbury Stakes. Our Canterbury Stakes betting tips available at the TAB NZ Punters Lounge provide detailed win rate statistics.
- Place Percentages: Evaluate horses with consistent place percentages, indicating reliability and competitiveness. Canterbury Stakes race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from barriers 1-7 have historically shown a higher success rate in the Canterbury Stakes.
Canterbury Stakes odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 weight-for-age event, and the field attracts a host of quality thoroughbreds many of which are eyeing other Group 1 targets in the autumn majors including the George Ryder Stakes (1500m) at Rosehill on Golden Slipper Day and the Group 1 Doncaster Mile (1600m) at Randwick in April with the Canterbury Stakes winner exempt from ballot for both of those events.
The Group 1 Canterbury Stakes is one of Australia’s most popular autumn horse races and has been run and won since 1929 when Amonius became the inaugural champion of the event.
The race was always previously run at Canterbury Park Racecourse before moving to Rosehill Gardens after the Australian Jockey Club (AJC) and the Sydney Turf Club (STC) merged into the Australian Turf Club (ATC). It has been run at its current venue at Royal Randwick since 2014.
The event has been conducted over varying distances having begun as a six-furlong (1200m) sprint from 1929–2003. The distance was increased to 1300m from 2004-07 before being extended again for one year in 2008. It has consistently been held back at the 1300m distance from 2008 onwards.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for nearly a centruy and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
The Canterbury Stakes has a rich history of notable winners. Amounis, the first winner in 1929, also triumphed in the Cox Plate and Epsom Handicap. Holdfast achieved a remarkable feat by winning three consecutive times from 1930 to 1932. Chatham, who won in 1933, was a dual Cox Plate champion. In more recent years, More Joyous stood out with back-to-back victories in 2011 and 2012, amassing eight Group 1 wins in her career. Pierro, the 2013 winner, was a standout two-year-old with a Golden Slipper victory. Happy Clapper, the 2018 winner, was beloved by fans and secured multiple Group 1 wins, including the Epsom Handicap and Doncaster Mile. These champions have left a lasting legacy on the Canterbury Stakes, highlighting their exceptional talent and achievements.
Winning the Canterbury Stakes is a significant achievement in the racing community, and the event attracts lots of attention from punters both locally and internationally in New Zealand.
Taking place at Sydney’s Royal Randwick Racecourse in New South Wales on the east coast of Australia, the Canterbury Stakes is a 1300m event and only the best horses prevail!
The Canterbury Stakes was elevated to Group 1 status in 2013 when Pierro won.
Randwick Guineas Day
Randwick Guineas Day is a highlight of the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival, traditionally held in early March at Royal Randwick Racecourse. This exciting day of racing features two Group 1 races:
- Randwick Guineas: The premier event, a 1600m race for three-year-old colts and geldings. It’s a key lead-up race for the prestigious Australian Derby and a race that has been won by many champions.
- Canterbury Stakes: A 1300m race for all ages, showcasing some of the best sprinters and middle-distance horses in the country.
Randwick Guineas Day attracts some of the best horses, trainers, and jockeys from around Australia and often features thrilling finishes and memorable performances. It’s a must-attend event for racing enthusiasts and a key part of the Sydney Autumn Carnival.
The Randwick Guineas card runs in Sydney on the same day Melbourne hosts the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap (1200m) and Group 1 The All-Star Mile (1600m) at Flemington. On the same date in New Zealand Ellerslie hosts Champions Day headlined by the Group 1 New Zealand Derby and brand-new NZ$3.5 million NZB Kiwi Slot Race.
Get the best Randwick Guineas Day odds, racing stats, previews, form and insider tips on races like the Canterbury Stakes now at the TAB NZ!
2026 Canterbury Field
Nominations close: Monday March 2, 2026, 11:00PM AEDT
Weights declared by: Tuesday February 3, 2026, 4:00PM AEDT
Acceptances must be declared before: Wednesday March 4, 2026, 9:00AM AEDT
Riders must be declared before: Wednesday March 4, 2026, 12:00PM AEDT
Where can you bet on the Canterbury Stakes?
The best place to bet on this year’s Canterbury Stakes race is through the TAB NZ online.
Canterbury Stakes Odds
Canterbury Stakes odds and online betting tips on the Canterbury Stakes horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained middle-distance sprinters in the race and backing the mares in the mix who have a great record over their male counterparts in the event.
Where can I find the latest Canterbury Stakes odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Canterbury Stakes, TAB NZ is your go-to source. They provide real-time odds fluctuations, ensuring you have the most current information to make informed betting decisions. It’s crucial to monitor these odds closely, as they reflect the market’s perception of each horse’s chances, influenced by factors like form, barrier draw, and track conditions.
How to Place a Bet on the Canterbury Stakes
Want to know how to make a bet on the Canterbury Stakes? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Canterbury Stakes betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Canterbury Stakes online.
You can place a Canterbury Stakes bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Canterbury Stakes.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Canterbury Stakes is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Canterbury Stakes race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Randwick racing, the Canterbury Stakes has it all!
This important autumn race showcases Australia’s finest thoroughbreds and attracts attention from all over the country and here in New Zealand as one of the best events in the autumn!
How to Bet on the Canterbury Stakes this year?
1. Log in or sign-up with TAB NZ.
2. Make a secure online deposit using one of the TAB NZ safe deposit methods.
3. Check out the Canterbury Stakes betting guide, Canterbury Stakes form guide and our expert Canterbury Stakes tips.
4. Choose a Canterbury Stakes bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the Canterbury Stakes Trifecta. There are many more Canterbury Stakes betting options available so make sure to check out our Canterbury Stakes betting markets.
5. Select the Canterbury Stakes horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Canterbury Stakes nominations or Canterbury Stakes field.
Canterbury Stakes Prize Money
The Canterbury Stakes prize money is set at A$750,000 in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place.
How much does the Canterbury Stakes winner get?
The winning Canterbury Stakes horse receives a total of A$430,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of Canterbury Stakes prizes on offer from the Canterbury Stakes winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official Canterbury Stakes results.
First: A$430,000
Second: A$141,000
Third: A$71,500
Fourth: A$33,250
Fifth: A$18,000
Sixth – Tenth: A$7,500
How many horses have won the Canterbury Stakes twice?
Five horses have won multiple editions of the Canterbury Stakes, most recently More Joyous (2011-12).
The only three-time Canterbury Stakes winner was Holdfast who won in 1930, 1931, and 1932.
Multiple Canterbury Stakes winners: Holdfast (1930-32), San Domenico (1950-51), Sky High (1961-62), At Sea (1988-89), and More Joyous (2011-12).
What makes betting on the Canterbury Stakes so popular?
The fact that the Canterbury Stakes is one of the key Group 1 weight-for-age sprint races run during the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival and one of the key March horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.
The Canterbury Stakes is a popular middle-distance sprint race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.
The Canterbury Stakes often serves as a key lead-up race for other major events, providing valuable insights into the form and potential of the horses for future races.
For the best online betting on the Canterbury Stakes, consider tipping a horse to win both the Canterbury Stakes and another Group 1 race over the carnival in an autumn race double!
The race’s competitive nature and the presence of high-profile horses provide numerous betting opportunities, from win/place bets to exotic bets like trifectas and quinellas.
What makes the Canterbury Stakes so special?
The Canterbury Stakes is held at the iconic Royal Randwick Racecourse, known for its world-class facilities and vibrant atmosphere, making it a favourite destination for racegoers.
The combination of thrilling competition, the chance to see top-tier horses in action, and the social experience of attending a major racing event contribute to the popularity of betting on the Canterbury Stakes.
The Canterbury Stakes serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Canterbury Stakes winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.
It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each autumn.
Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 1300m autumn event every season to see if their bets on the Canterbury Stakes race won!
The Canterbury Stakes currently offers AU$750,000 in prize money plus bragging rights with jockeys, trainers and owners from across the country and further abroad keen to add their names to the list of Canterbury Stakes champions.
What are the popular betting markets for the Canterbury Stakes?
When it comes to betting on the Canterbury Stakes, there are a number of more popular betting options with punters including:
Exotics: These include Quinella, Trifecta, and First Four, where you predict the specific order of finishers, offering potentially higher payouts but requiring more precise predictions.
Win & Place: Bet on a horse to win or finish in the top places. This is one of the most straightforward and popular betting options.
Each-Way: A combination of win and place bets, providing a safety net if your chosen horse doesn’t win but finishes in the top positions.
How many mares have won the Canterbury Stakes in recent years?
Since the year 2010 nine mares have won the Canterbury Stakes, including four of the six winners from 2021 to 2026, most recently Joliestar in 2026.
What age group has the best Canterbury Stakes record?
Four-year-olds have dominated the Canterbury Stakes results in recent years 10 with saluting between 2000 and 2026, most recently Lady Laguna in 2024.
The youngest recent Canterbury Stakes winner was Holler who saluted as a three-year-old in 2016.
The oldest recent Canterbury Stakes winner was Happy Clapper who saluted as a seven-year-old in 2018.
Between 2000 and 2026 the breakdown of Canterbury Stakes winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 6 (latest Holler in 2016)
4YOs – 10 (latest Lady Laguna in 2024)
5YOs – 8 (latest Joliestar in 2026)
6YOs – 2 (latest Royal Patronage in 2025)
7YOs – 1 (latest Happy Clapper in 2018)
What races will runners out of the Canterbury Stakes target next?
Following a run in the Canterbury Stakes many horses will target upcoming autumn Group 1 features including the Group 1 George Ryder Stakes (1500m) at Rosehill a fortnight later and the Group 1 Doncaster Mile (1600m) at Randwick in early April.
Forbidden Love (2022) was the last horse to complete the Canterbury Stakes / George Ryder Stakes double.
Happy Clapper (2018) was the last horse to complete the Canterbury Stakes / Doncaster Mile double.
Canterbury Stakes Barriers
The Canterbury Stakes barrier draw and allocated Canterbury Stakes starting gates play a key role for many punters when deciding on what horses to bet on in the big race.
What is the most successful recent Canterbury Stakes barrier draw?
Barrier 6 has produced seven Canterbury Stakes winners between 2000 and 2024 most recently Lady Laguna in 2024.
Barrier 10 is the widest gate to produce a Canterbury Stakes winner between 2000 and 2024 with Appearance in 2014 and Royal Patronage in 2025.
Barrier 1 was the last gate to produce back-to-back Canterbury Stakes winners with The Bostonian (2020) and Mizzy (2021).
Barrier 4 is the latest Canterbury Stakes winning barrier with Joliestar in 2026.
Breakdown of winning Canterbury Stakes barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 5 (latest Mizzy in 2021)
Barrier 2 – 2 (latest Hot Danish in 2010)
Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Mentality in 2008)
Barrier 4 – 2 (latest Joliestar in 2026)
Barrier 5 – 1 (latest More Joyous in 2011)
Barrier 6 – 7 (latest Lady Laguna in 2024)
Barrier 7 – 4 (latest Forbidden Love in 2022)
Barrier 8 – 1 (latest Artorius in 2023)
Barrier 9 – 2 (latest Defier in 2003)
Barrier 10 – 2 (latest Royal Patronage in 2025)
Canterbury Stakes Form
We offer a complete Canterbury Stakes form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Canterbury Stakes field in addition to insider Canterbury Stakes racing tips and betting odds.
Our Canterbury Stakes form guides include:
- Canterbury Stakes race preview and predictions
- Racing analysis on the event and runners
- Previous runs, barrier trials and lead-up statistics
- Key information on all horses in the race like trainer and jockey form
- Runner commentary
Whether you are just starting out tipping horses in the Canterbury Stakes or you are an expert Canterbury Stakes tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Canterbury Stakes.
How to Read the Canterbury Stakes Form Guide
Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how to interpret a horse’s form and performance indicators when looking at this year’s Canterbury Stakes form guide:
Barrier Position: Evaluate the horse’s barrier draw and its historical performance from similar starting positions.
Recent Performances: Review the horse’s last few races, focusing on finish positions and the quality of competition faced.
Track and Distance Records: Check the horse’s performance on similar track conditions and distances to gauge suitability.
Jockey and Trainer Stats: Consider the success rates of the jockey and trainer combination, particularly in the Canterbury Stakes race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Canterbury Stakes, as this can impact performance.
Canterbury Stakes Results
The Canterbury Stakes results are known when the event takes place in March annually.
You can bet on the Canterbury Stakes race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Canterbury Stakes markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Canterbury Stakes results entails picking the Canterbury Stakes winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Canterbury Stakes field with our Canterbury Stakes tips and form guide.
Other Canterbury Stakes race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Canterbury Stakes finishing order shows what position every horse in the field ran.
Some punters even like to place bets on what horse will finish last in the Canterbury Stakes results!
Canterbury Stakes exotic results show how all the exotic Canterbury Stakes bet types resulted like the Canterbury Stakes Quinella, Canterbury Stakes Exacta, Canterbury Stakes Trifecta, and Canterbury Stakes First Four.
Canterbury Stakes Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Canterbury Stakes field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around Australia and New Zealand. Winning this important autumn race is a nice campaign goal for many of Australasia’s top riders looking to secure a Group 1 trophy during the carnival.
What jockeys are riding in the Canterbury Stakes field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official Canterbury Stakes jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
James McDonald is the latest Canterbury Stakes winning jockey having ridden Joliestar to victory in 2026.
Between 2005 and 2026, three jockeys have ridden a trio of Canterbury Stakes winners with Darren Beadman aboard Paratroopers (2006), Malcolm (2007), and Mentality (2008); Nash Rawiller aboard More Joyous (2011 & 2012) and The Bostonian (2020); and James McDonald aboard Cosmic Endeavour (2015), Holler (2016) and Joliestar (2026) making them the equal most successful jockeys in recent Canterbury Stakes history.
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Canterbury Stakes horses this summer.
Canterbury Stakes Trainers
The most successful trainer in recent Canterbury Stakes history is Gai Waterhouse with eight winners, most recently Royal Patronage (2025) in partnership with Adrian Bott.
Chris Waller is the latest Canterbury Stakes winning trainer having prepared Joliestar to victory in 2026.
Canterbury Stakes Winners
Notable Canterbury Stakes winners throughout history include:
Amonius (1929): Amounis, the inaugural winner of the Canterbury Stakes in 1929, was a Hall of Famer who also claimed victories in the Cox Plate and Epsom Handicap.
Holdfast (1930-32): Holdfast made history by winning the Canterbury Stakes three times consecutively from 1930 to 1932.
Chatham (1933): Chatham, the 1933 winner, was a dual Cox Plate champion and a dominant force in the 1930s.
Lough Neagh (1934): Lough Neagh, who won in 1934, was a versatile horse with multiple wins in the Doomben Cup and Brisbane Cup.
Beau Vite (1939): Beau Vite, the 1939 winner, also secured two Cox Plates and an AJC Derby.
Shannon (1947): In the post-war era, Shannon, who won in 1947, was known for his remarkable performances in the Epsom Handicap and George Main Stakes.
Manikato (1982): Manikato, the 1982 winner, was a legendary sprinter with five consecutive William Reid Stakes victories and numerous other Group 1 wins. The Group 1 Manikato Stakes (1200m) at The Valley in the spring is now named in his honour.
Emancipation (1983): Emancipation, who triumphed in 1983, was a dominant mare with victories in the Doncaster Handicap and George Ryder Stakes.
Sir Dapper (1984): Sir Dapper, the 1984 winner, also claimed the Golden Slipper and the AJC Sires’ Produce Stakes.
More Joyous (2011-12): More Joyous, who won in both 2011 and 2012, and was a standout mare with eight Group 1 victories, including the Queen of the Turf Stakes and the Doncaster Handicap.
Pierro (2013): Pierro, the 2013 winner, was a champion two-year-old with wins in the Golden Slipper and the Sires’ Produce Stakes.
Happy Clapper (2018): Happy Clapper, who won in 2018, was a fan favourite with multiple Group 1 wins, including the Epsom Handicap and the Doncaster Mile.
Trapeze Artist (2019): Trapeze Artist, the 2019 winner, was a top sprinter with victories in the TJ Smith Stakes and the All Aged Stakes.
Artorius (2023): Artorius, the 2023 winner, was known for his international performances and multiple Group 1 placings.
Joliestar (2026): Joliestar secured her fourth Group 1 success in the 2026 Canterbury Stakes leading a stable trifecta for trainer Chris Waller thanks to another outstanding James McDonald ride. She came via a lead-up win the Expressway Stakes and won the Canterbury 12 months on from her Newmarket Handicap win on the same day in Melbourne.
Bet on the next Canterbury Stakes winner with our comprehensive Canterbury Stakes form guide and expert Canterbury Stakes tips at the TAB NZ!
Past Canterbury Stakes Results
Recent Canterbury Stakes winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2005 are detailed in the below table.
| Year | Winner – Age/Gender Breeding | Jockey | Weight (kgs) | Trainer/s | Barrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | JOLIESTAR (AUS) 5M ZOUSTAR (AUS) – JOLIE BAY (AUS) FASTNET ROCK (AUS) | JAMES MCDONALD | 57.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 4 |
| 2025 | ROYAL PATRONAGE (FR) 6H WOOTTON BASSETT (GB) – SHALOUSHKA (IRE) DALAKHANI (IRE) | TIM CLARK | 59.0 | GAI WATERHOUSE & ADRIAN BOTT | 10 |
| 2024 | LADY LAGUNA (AUS) 4M OVERSHARE (AUS) – CATALINA DE LAGO (NZ) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) | TYLER SCHILLER | 57.0 | ANNABEL NEASHAM | 6 |
| 2023 | ARTORIUS (AUS) 4H FLYING ARTIE (AUS) – GRACIE’S LASS (AUS) REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) | Z PURTON | 59.0 | A & S FREEDMAN | 8 |
| 2022 | FORBIDDEN LOVE (AUS) 4M ALL TOO HARD (AUS) – JULIET’S PRINCESS (USA) MORE THAN READY (USA) | HUGH BOWMAN | 57.0 | R & M FREEDMAN | 7 |
| 2021 | MIZZY (AUS) 5M ZOUSTAR (AUS) – MISSY CUMMINGS (AUS) MAGNUS (AUS) | REGAN BAYLISS | 57.0 | ANTHONY CUMMINGS | 1 |
| 2020 | THE BOSTONIAN (NZ) 5G JIMMY CHOUX (NZ) – KEEPA CHEVAL (NZ) KEEPER (AUS) | N RAWILLER | 59.0 | TONY PIKE | 1 |
| 2019 | TRAPEZE ARTIST (AUS) 4H SNITZEL (AUS) – TREPPES (AUS) DOMESDAY (AUS) | B SHINN | 59.0 | GERALD RYAN | 6 |
| 2018 | HAPPY CLAPPER (AUS) 7G TEOFILO (IRE) – BUSKING (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) | B SHINN | 59.0 | PATRICK WEBSTER | 1 |
| 2017 | LE ROMAIN (AUS) 4G HARD SPUN (USA) – MIGNARD (AUS) STRATEGIC (AUS) | G SCHOFIELD | 59.0 | KRIS LEES | 6 |
| 2016 | HOLLER (AUS) 3C COMMANDS (AUS) – SHOUTS (AUS) STRATEGIC (AUS) | JAMES MCDONALD | 56.0 | JOHN O’SHEA | 7 |
| 2015 | COSMIC ENDEAVOUR (AUS) 4M NORTHERN METEOR (AUS) – CREVETTE (AUS) DANEHILL (USA) | JAMES MCDONALD | 57.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 1 |
| 12014 | APPEARANCE (AUS) 5M COMMANDS (AUS) – DISGUISE (AUS) GRAND LODGE (USA) | K MCEVOY | 57.0 | G H WALTER | 10 |
| 2013 | PIERRO (AUS) 3C LONHRO (AUS) – MISS RIGHT NOTE (IRE) DAYLAMI (IRE) | J CASSIDY | 56.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 7 |
| 2012 | MORE JOYOUS (NZ) 5M MORE THAN READY (USA) – SUNDAY JOY (AUS) SUNDAY SILENCE (USA) | N RAWILLER | 57.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 7 |
| 2011 | MORE JOYOUS (NZ) 4M MORE THAN READY (USA) – SUNDAY JOY (AUS) SUNDAY SILENCE (USA) | N RAWILLER | 57.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 5 |
| 2010 | HOT DANISH (AUS) 6M NOTHIN’ LEICA DANE (AUS) – HOT ‘N’ BREEZY (AUS) ZEPHYR ZIP (NZ) | TIM CLARK | 57.0 | L J BRIDGE | 2 |
| 2009 | ALL SILENT (AUS) 5G BELONG TO ME (USA) – LISHEENOWEN (AUS) SEMIPALATINSK (USA) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 59.0 | GRAHAME BEGG | 6 |
| 2008 | MENTALITY (AUS) 4G FLYING SPUR (AUS) – SYNAESTHESIA (USA) QUIET AMERICAN (USA) | D BEADMAN | 59.0 | JOHN HAWKES | 3 |
| 2007 | MALCOLM (AUS) 5G SNIPPETS (AUS) – FINNETO (AUS) CERRETO (IRE) | D BEADMAN | 59.0 | JOHN HAWKES | 4 |
| 2006 | PARATROOPERS (AUS) 3G COMMANDS (AUS) – CREW (AUS) SANCTION (AUS) | D BEADMAN | 55.0 | JOHN HAWKES | 6 |
| 2005 | DANCE HERO (AUS) 3G DANZERO (AUS) – GYPSY DANCER (NZ) DANCE OF LIFE (USA) | C MUNCE | 55.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 6 |
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