South Australian Derby

South Australian Derby

The 2026 South Australian Derby runs on Saturday May 2 at Morphettville, Adelaide, Australia and the TAB NZ have all the top SA Derby betting odds and tips right here!

Morphettville R8 - Thomas Farms South Australian Derby (G1)
Final Race time: 
1st
12. Wigmore (5)
J: Teo Nugent 56.5kg
12547T: Phillip Stokes
51.00WIN
11.00PLACE
2nd
13. Strictly Business (1)
J: John Allen 54.5kg
1x580T: Thomas Carberry
12.00WIN
3.80PLACE
3rd
4. Autumn Mystery (2)
J: Brad Rawiller 56.5kg
x0709T: Rory Hunter
31.00WIN
7.50PLACE
4th
1. Single Choice (4)
J: Jamie Mott 56.5kg
x2151T: Matt Cumani
9.50WIN
3.20PLACE
5th
5. Savisanta (12)
J: Jye Mcneil 56.5kg
18520T: Chris Waller
31.00WIN
7.50PLACE
6th
7. Amazake (13)
J: Ben Melham 56.5kg
0x243T: Ciaron Maher
11.00WIN
3.60PLACE
7th
2. Impulsive Reaction (8)
J: Daniel Moor 56.5kg
2161T: Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young
26.00WIN
6.50PLACE
8th
3. Kaye Jay (9)
J: Mark Zahra 56.5kg
21434T: Clayton Douglas
9.00WIN
3.10PLACE
9th
10. Arabian Prince (15)
J: Jamie Melham 56.5kg
6x012T: Michael Kent
14.00WIN
4.20PLACE
10th
15. Silvasista (7)
J: Luke Currie 54.5kg
12011T: Tony & Calvin Mcevoy
5.50WIN
2.25PLACE
11th
11. Cannae (11)
J: Craig Williams 56.5kg
4123T: Danny O'brien
31.00WIN
7.50PLACE
12th
14. After Summer (14)
J: Billy Egan 54.5kg
3x623T: Dominic Sutton
4.40WIN
1.95PLACE
13th
9. Flying Brant (10)
J: Jason Holder 56.5kg
21253T: Stephen Theodore
61.00WIN
12.00PLACE
14th
8. Engine Of War (6)
J: Daniel Stackhouse 56.5kg
0x274T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr
13.00WIN
4.00PLACE
15th
6. Geneva (3)
J: Rory Hutchings 56.5kg
71631T: Kylie Hoskin
23.00WIN
6.00PLACE
16th
16. Kazaru (16)
J: Will Price 54.5kg
21147T: Phillip Stokes
46.00WIN
10.00PLACE
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 22/06/2026 04:20:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland)

South Australian Derby Info

  • 2026 South Australian Derby Date: Saturday the 2nd of May 2026
  • Track Location: Morphettville Racecourse, Morphettville, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
  • Distance : 2,500m
  • Conditions: 3YOs - Set Weights
  • Status: Group 1
  • Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
  • First Run: 1860
  • Reigning South Australian Derby Winner: Femminile (2025)

Looking for the latest South Australian Derby betting odds, insider racing tips and form for the Morphettville Group 1 race this May? The TAB NZ have all the best betting guides and statistics to make informed bets on the SA Derby race this autumn!

The Group 1 South Australian Derby is a popular staying test for Australia’s top three-year-old racehorses. It is one of the most popular Group 1 events held during the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival and traditionally takes place at Morphettville Racecourse in early May as the highlight of South Australian Derby Day conducted by the South Australian Jockey Club (SAJC).

It is considered one of Australia’s leading 3YO staying races and attracts some of the best youngsters in the country with AU$1 million in prize money.

To improve your chances of predicting the next SA Derby winner, access the latest South Australian Derby odds and tips online at the TAB NZ.

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 South Australian Derby coverage has everything you need.

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South Australian Derby Fast Facts

  • Last filly to win the South Australian Derby: Femminile (2025)
  • Last favourite to win the South Australian Derby: Explosive Jack ($4 in 2021)
  • Notable Fact: Jockey Jamie Kah (now Melham) won her first Group 1 in Adelaide on Coco Sun in the 2024 SA Derby!

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South Australian Derby Betting Info

South Australian Derby betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Morphettville, autumn race at the TAB NZ.

We offer pre-nomination SA Derby betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures SA Derby odds online.

All-In South Australian Derby betting markets are then available following the official South Australian Derby nominations taken on the Thursday prior to the event.

Betting on the South Australian Derby field is available following final acceptances on the Tuesday of race week.

Betting on the South Australian Derby favours the locally trained champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Adelaide and interstate.

South Australian Derby race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group winning 3YOs who have an outstanding record in the event and the class geldings in the race who have a dominant recent record in the end of autumn showdown.

SA Derby race tips centre on the standout young champion thoroughbreds in Australia and New Zealand that have good lead-up form in similar grade autumn events, horses with previous experience at the Morphettville track and the runners from the key stables who have dominated South Australian Derby race results.

The South Australian Derby is a set weights event open to three-year-olds.

Expert Tips on the 2026 South Australian Derby

Stay tuned for our expert tips and South Australian Derby betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Morphettville.

Favourite
No. 17 Accidental Bid
Morphettville R8 – Thomas Farms South Australian Derby (G1)
Final Race time: 
17. Accidental Bid (2) Scratched:
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 22/06/2026 04:20:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland)
Best Bet
No. 15 Silvasista
Morphettville R8 – Thomas Farms South Australian Derby (G1)
Final Race time: 
10th
15. Silvasista (7)
J: Luke Currie 54.5kg
12011T: Tony & Calvin Mcevoy
5.50WIN
2.25PLACE
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 22/06/2026 04:20:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland)
Best Roughie
No. 6 Geneva
Morphettville R8 – Thomas Farms South Australian Derby (G1)
Final Race time: 
15th
6. Geneva (3)
J: Rory Hutchings 56.5kg
71631T: Kylie Hoskin
23.00WIN
6.00PLACE
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 22/06/2026 04:20:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland)

South Australian Derby Tips

South Australian Derby tips on which horse will win the next edition of South Australia’s 2500m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Morphettville race heats up.

South Australian Derby 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 SA Derby race tips it is important to consider factors including:

  • What horses in the South Australian Derby field are proven over the 2,500m distance?
  • Who the key South Australian Derby trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the field this year?
  • South Australian Derby barrier statistics and where your betting selections are drawn.
  • South Australian Derby horses that have a good past record at the track.

How long does it take to know if you placed a winning South Australian Derby race tip? The event itself takes around 2 minutes and 40 seconds for the competing horses to run the 2,500m trip depending on track conditions.

The official South Australian Derby winner and winning South Australian Derby trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish result.

Who holds the South Australian Derby race record? Big Pat holds the current 2500m SA Derby race record winning in 2001 in a time of 2 minutes 36:25 seconds.

What are the best South Australian Derby lead-up races to look at when placing a SA Derby bet?

There are a number of autumn races South Australian Derby bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Group 1 Australasian Oaks (2000m) and the Group 3 Chairman’s Stakes (2000m) both run the weekend prior at the Morphettville track.

Delicacy (2015) was the last filly to complete the Australasian Oaks/SA Derby double.

Six horses have won the Chairman’s Stakes/SA Derby double with: Markham (1997), Mummify (2003), Rebel Raider (2009), Howard Be Thy Name (2016), Leicester (2018), and Jungle Magnate (2022).

Earlier, the Group 1 Australian Derby (2400m) run at Randwick in April serves as a potential interstate lead-up for South Australian Derby horses.

Explosive Jack (2021) was the last horse to complete the Australian Derby/SA Derby double.

New Zealand-Bred Horses in the South Australian Derby

Betting on the New Zealand-bred horses in the field is popular with Kiwi punters, and the race results show a number of New Zealand foaled South Australian Derby winners in recent history.

Since 2000 there have been seven SA Derby winners foaled in New Zealand with Dunkel (2023) the most recent.

South Australian Derby Tips for a Trifecta

South Australian Derby tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the South Australian Derby results.

The horse to finish on top of the South Australian Derby trifecta is your South Australian Derby winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.

Placing a South Australian Derby 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 South Australian Derby 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 South Australian Derby to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.

Adding the favourite in your South Australian Derby trifecta bets is a top tip as the favourites have a strong recent strike-rate.

Key South Australian Derby Statistics and Insights

Place an informed bet on this year’s South Australian Derby by considering the following key statistics and insights:

  • Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the South Australian Derby. Our SA Derby 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. South Australian Derby race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
  • Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from barriers 7-11 have historically shown a higher success rate in the South Australian Derby. 

2026 South Australian Derby Field

Nominations close: Thursday April 23, 2026, at 12:00PM AEST

Weights declared by: Tuesday April 28, 2026, at 4:30PM AEST

Acceptances must be declared before: Tuesday April 28, 2026, at 9:00AM AEST

Riders must be declared before: Wednesday April 29, 2026, at 12:30PM AEST

South Australian Derby betting takes place on the time-honoured race which is held at Adelaide’s Morphettville Racecourse on a Saturday in early May annually.

South Australian Derby odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 set weights staying event, and the field attracts a host of quality three-year-olds many of which are coming off runs in the other Group 1 autumn majors.

The Group 1 South Australian Derby odds is one of South Australia’s most popular horse races and has been run and won since 1960 when Midnight won the then The Thebarton Derby.

The event has been run under a variety of race names and was referred to simply as The Derby by 1862 and it was originally run at Thebarton Racecourse in Mile End.

After a seven-year hiatus (1869-1875), the race returned in 1876, relocating to Morphettville Racecourse and becoming a feature of the SAJC Spring meeting in September.

It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 160 years and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.

The South Australian Derby has seen many remarkable winners throughout its history, each leaving a significant mark on Australian horse racing. Notable champions include Midnight, the inaugural winner in 1860, and Gatum Gatum, who won both the Derby and the Melbourne Cup in 1961. Subzero, the beloved grey, claimed the Derby in 1992 before his Melbourne Cup triumph. Mummify showcased his endurance by winning the Derby and the Caulfield Cup in 2003. Rebel Raider made headlines with his 2009 victory, following his upset win in the Victoria Derby. Delicacy achieved a rare double by winning both the Australasian Oaks and the South Australian Derby in 2015. More recently, Russian Camelot in 2020 and Explosive Jack in 2021 demonstrated exceptional versatility and stamina, with Explosive Jack completing a rare Derby treble.

Winning the South Australian Derby 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 Morphettville Racecourse in South Australia, the South Australian Derby is now a 2500m event and has been run over varying distances between 2400m and 2600m throughout its history.

The South Australian Derby was elevated to Group 1 status in 1979, the year Top Ware won.

South Australian Derby Day

South Australian Derby Day is a premier event in the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival, held annually at Morphettville Racecourse.

This prestigious day features the Group 1 South Australian Derby, a race for three-year-olds run over 2500m under set weights conditions, with a prize pool of $1,000,000. The Derby, first run in 1860, is one of the oldest and most significant races in Australia, attracting top stayers from across the country.

The event is typically held in early May, with the 2026 edition scheduled for Saturday, May 2.

South Australian Derby Day also includes other notable races, making it a highlight of the racing calendar and a major draw for racing enthusiasts.

Get the best SA Derby Day racing odds for Morphettville, racing stats, previews, form and insider tips on races like the meeting’s feature Group 1 race now at the TAB NZ!

Where can you bet on the South Australian Derby?

The best place to bet on this year’s South Australian Derby race is through the TAB NZ online.

South Australian Derby Odds

South Australian Derby odds and online betting tips on the South Australian Derby horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained gallopers in the race and backing the wider-drawn runners in the mix who have a strong recent record in the event.

Where can I find the latest South Australian Derby odds?

For the latest odds and updates on the South Australian Derby, 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 South Australian Derby

Want to know how to make a bet on the South Australian Derby? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest South Australian Derby betting odds and options.

It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the South Australian Derby online.

You can place a South Australian Derby bet online anytime markets are live.

There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the South Australian Derby.

From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the South Australian Derby is a race for everyone.

Whether you’re diving deep into the latest South Australian Derby race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Morphettville racing, the South Australian Derby has it all!

This important autumn race showcases Australia’s finest young 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 South Australian Derby 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 South Australian Derby betting guide, South Australian Derby form guide and our expert South Australian Derby tips.

4. Choose a South Australian Derby bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the South Australian Derby Trifecta. There are many more SA Derby betting options available so make sure to check out our South Australian Derby betting markets.

5. Select the South Australian Derby horse you want to bet on from the early markets, South Australian Derby nominations or South Australian Derby field.

South Australian Derby Prize Money

The South Australian Derby prize money is set at A$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place. 

How much does the South Australian Derby winner get?

The winning South Australian Derby horse receives a total of A$547,250 in prize money.

See below for the official breakdown of SA Derby prizes on offer from the South Australian Derby winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official South Australian Derby results. 

First: A$547,250

Second: A$177,000

Third: A$88,250

Fourth: A$50,000

Fifth: A$37,500

Sixth – Tenth: A$20,000

What makes betting on the South Australian Derby so popular?

The fact that the South Australian Derby is the standout Group 1 races for three-year-olds run during the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival and one of the key May horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.

The SA Derby is a hugely popular and lucrative race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.

As a Group 1 race, it represents the highest level of competition for three-year-old staying horses in the autumn, attracting quality fields and significant attention from punters.

The substantial prize pool enhances the race’s appeal, drawing greater interest from owners, trainers, and the betting public.

The 2500m distance tests the stamina and staying capabilities of young horses, creating a unique betting challenge compared to shorter sprint races.

For the best online betting on the South Australian Derby, consider tipping a horse to win both the SA Derby 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 SA Derby so special?

The SA Derby is held at Morphettville Racecourse which is home to some of the autumn’s biggest events, making it a favourite destination for racegoers in South Australia.

As a well-established feature of the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival, the race has built a strong history and following over the years.

The South Australian Derby boasts a long history, dating back to 1860, making it one of the traditional and respected staying races in Australia.

It serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the South Australian Derby 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 2500m autumn event every season to see if their bets on the South Australian Derby race won!

The South Australian Derby currently offers AU$1,000,000 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 SA Derby champions.

What are the popular betting markets for the South Australian Derby?

When it comes to betting on the South Australian Derby, 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 fillies have won the South Australian Derby?

Since the year 2000, five fillies have won the South Australian Derby with Coco Sun (2024) and Femminile (2025) the latest.

What races will runners out of the SA Derby target next?

Many horses out of the SA Derby will race on and target the upcoming Group 1 Queensland Derby (2400m) at Eagle Farm at the end of the month.

South Australian Derby Barriers

The South Australian Derby barrier draw and allocated 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 SA Derby barrier draw?

Barriers 1, 2, 7, 10, 11 and 16 have all produced three South Australian Derby winners between 2000 and 2025.

Barrier 16 is the widest gate to produce a South Australian Derby winner between 2000 and 2025, most recently Kidnapped (2010).

Barrier 1 was the latest to produce back-to-back South Australian Derby winners with Zabeelionaire (2012) and Escado (2013).

Barrier 2 is the latest South Australian Derby winning barrier with Femminile in 2025.

Breakdown of winning South Australian Derby barriers between 2000-25:

Barrier 1 – 3 (latest Escado in 2013)

Barrier 2 – 3 (latest Femminile in 2025)

Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Kushadasi in 2014)

Barrier 4 – 1 (latest Mummify in 2003)

Barrier 5 – 2 (latest Rebel Raider in 2009)

Barrier 6 – 2 (latest Qafila in 2019)

Barrier 7 – 3 (latest Dunkel in 2023)

Barrier 8 – 1 (latest Coco Sun in 2024)

Barrier 9 – 1 (latest Jungle Magnate in 2022)

Barrier 10 – 3 (latest Explosive Jack in 2021)

Barrier 11 – 3 (latest Volatile Mix in 2017)

Barrier 12 – 0

Barrier 13 – 0

Barrier 14 – 0

Barrier 15 – 0

Barrier 16 – 3 (latest Kidnapped in 2010)

South Australian Derby Form

We offer a complete South Australian Derby form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the South Australian Derby field in addition to insider South Australian Derby racing tips and betting odds.

Our South Australian Derby form guides include:

  • South Australian Derby 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 South Australian Derby or you are an expert South Australian Derby tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the South Australian Derby.

How to Read the South Australian Derby 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 South Australian Derby 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 SA Derby race.

Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the SA Derby as this can impact performance.

South Australian Derby Results

The South Australian Derby results are known when the event takes place in May annually.

You can bet on the South Australian Derby race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures South Australian Derby markets here at the TAB NZ.

Betting on the South Australian Derby results entails picking the South Australian Derby winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the South Australian Derby field with our South Australian Derby tips and form guide.

Other South Australian Derby race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.

The complete South Australian Derby 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 South Australian Derby results!

South Australian Derby exotic results show how all the exotic South Australian Derby bet types resulted like the South Australian Derby Quinella, South Australian Derby Exacta, South Australian Derby Trifecta, and South Australian Derby First Four.

South Australian Derby Jockeys

Securing a ride in the South Australian Derby 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 South Australian Derby field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official South Australian Derby jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.

Lachlan Neindorf is the latest South Australian Derby winning jockey having ridden Femminile to victory in 2025.

Jamie Melham (then Kah) is the latest female jockey to win the South Australian Derby on Coco Sun (2024).

John Allen on Russian Camelot (2020) and Explosive Jack (2021) is the latest back-to-back South Australian Derby winning jockey.

John Allen is most successful recent South Australian Derby jockey with four wins, most recently Explosive Jack (2021).

Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the South Australian Derby horses this summer.

South Australian Derby Trainers

Bart Cummings is the most successful South Australian Derby trainer in history with 10 wins.

Phillip Stokes is the latest South Australian Derby winning trainers having prepared Femminile in 2025.

South Australian Derby Winners

Notable South Australian Derby winners throughout history include:

Midnight (1860): Midnight was the inaugural winner of the South Australian Derby in 1860, when the race was known as the Thebarton Derby. This victory marked the beginning of a long and storied history for the race, establishing it as a key event in Australian horse racing.

Gatum Gatum (1961): Gatum Gatum won the South Australian Derby in 1961 and later went on to win the Melbourne Cup in the same year. Trained by Ray Hutchins, Gatum Gatum’s success in both races highlighted his exceptional stamina and versatility.

Subzero (1992): Subzero, the great grey, claimed the South Australian Derby in 1992. Trained by Lee Freedman, Subzero became a household name after also winning the Melbourne Cup later that year. His Derby win was a key part of his illustrious career.

Mummify (2003): Mummify won the South Australian Derby in 2003, trained by Lee Freedman. Known for his resilience and endurance, Mummify went on to win the Caulfield Cup the same year, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level over various distances.

Rebel Raider (2009): Rebel Raider was a standout winner of the South Australian Derby in 2009. Trained by Leon Macdonald and Andrew Gluyas, Rebel Raider had previously caused a major upset by winning the Victoria Derby at odds of 100/1. His Derby win further cemented his reputation as a top-class stayer.

Delicacy (2015): Delicacy claimed the South Australian Derby in 2015, trained by Grant Williams. This talented filly also won the Australasian Oaks, completing a rare double. Her Derby victory was a testament to her exceptional stamina and racing prowess.

Russian Camelot (2020): Russian Camelot won the South Australian Derby in 2020, trained by Danny O’Brien. This European-bred colt was notable for his late development, giving away six months in age to his rivals. His impressive Derby win was followed by success in the Group 1 Underwood Stakes, making him a standout performer.

Explosive Jack (2021): Explosive Jack triumphed in the South Australian Derby in 2021, trained by Ciaron Maher and David Eustace. This versatile colt also won the Tasmanian Derby and Australian Derby, completing a rare Derby treble. His South Australian Derby win was a highlight in a remarkable season.

Dunkel (2023): Dunkel claimed the South Australian Derby in 2023, trained by Patrick Payne. This New Zealand-bred gelding had previously won the Tasmanian Derby, and his victory in the South Australian Derby marked Payne’s first Group 1 success as a trainer.

Coco Sun (2024): Coco Sun won the South Australian Derby in 2024, trained by Tony and Calvin McEvoy. This filly’s victory was notable for giving jockey Jamie Kah her first Adelaide Group 1 win. Coco Sun’s performance was a testament to her speed and determination.

Bet on the next South Australian Derby winner with our comprehensive South Australian Derby form guide and expert South Australian Derby tips at the TAB NZ!

Past South Australian Derby Results

Recent South Australian Derby winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2005 are detailed in the below table.

YearWinner – Age/Gender BreedingJockeyWeight (kgs)Trainer/sBarrier
2026TBDTBDTBDTBDTBD
2025FEMMINILE (AUS) 3F
DUNDEEL (NZ) – FEMME FIREBALL (AUS) PIERRO (AUS)
LACHLAN NEINDORF54.5PHILLIP STOKES2
2024COCO SUN (AUS) 3F
THE AUTUMN SUN (AUS) – MISS HUFFLEPUFF (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS)
JAMIE MELHAM54.5T & C MCEVOY8
2023DUNKEL (NZ) 3G
DUNDEEL (NZ) – KUDAMM (AUS) CAPE CROSS (IRE)
BILLY EGAN56.5PATRICK PAYNE7
2022JUNGLE MAGNATE (NZ) 3G
TARZINO (NZ) – THE LOVE OF MONEY (AUS) CASINO PRINCE (AUS)
M J ZAHRA56.5M PRICE & M KENT9
2021EXPLOSIVE JACK (NZ) 3C
JAKKALBERRY (IRE) – EXTRA EXPLOSIVE (NZ) EKRAAR (USA)
J ALLEN56.5C MAHER & D EUSTACE10
2020RUSSIAN CAMELOT (IRE) 3C
CAMELOT (GB) – LADY BABOOSHKA (GB) CAPE CROSS (IRE)
J ALLEN56.5DANNY O’BRIEN7
2019QAFILA (AUS) 3F
NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) – ZIGHY BAY (USA) TAPIT (USA)
C J PARISH54.5D & B HAYES & T DABERNIG6
2018HELENE LEADINGSTAR (AUS) (LATE: LEICESTER) 3G
WANTED (AUS) – DEFY THE ODDS (GB) GALILEO (IRE)
DAMIAN LANE56.5DARREN WEIR7
2017VOLATILE MIX (NZ) 3C
PENTIRE (GB) – UTOPIA (NZ) HIGH CHAPARRAL (IRE)
J ALLEN56.5DARREN WEIR11
2016HOWARD BE THY NAME (AUS) 3C
REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) – BELLINI ROSE (NZ) FALTAAT (USA)
J ALLEN56.5DARREN WEIR6
2015DELICACY (AUS) 3F
AL MAHER (AUS) – SIMPLY WICKED (AUS) SCENIC (IRE)
P HALL54.5GRANT WILLIAMS11
2014KUSHADASI (AUS) 3G
CHOISIR (AUS) – SHANGHAI MOON (NZ) CARNEGIE (IRE)
S W ARNOLD56.5RICHARD JOLLY3
2013ESCADO (AUS) 3G
CASINO PRINCE (AUS) – SECRET CAUSE (AUS) GIANT’S CAUSEWAY (USA)
B MELHAM56.5MATT LAURIE1
2012ZABEELIONAIRE (NZ) 3G
ZABEEL (NZ) – KISUMU (AUS) CARNEGIE (IRE)
DAMIEN OLIVER56.5LEON CORSTENS1
2011SHADOWS IN THE SUN (AUS) 3G
DANE SHADOW (AUS) – BEST OUT WEST (AUS) BEST WESTERN (AUS)
B MELHAM56.5ANTHONY CUMMINGS10
2010KIDNAPPED (AUS) 3G
VISCOUNT (AUS) – YOUTHFUL PRESENCE (AUS) DEHERE (USA)
K MCEVOY56.5PETER SNOWDEN16
2009REBEL RAIDER (AUS) 3C
RESET (AUS) – PICHOLINE (AUS) DEHERE (USA)
C LINDOP56.5LEON MACDONALD5
2008ZARITA (NZ) 3F
PENTIRE (GB) – GIN PLAYER (NZ) DEFENSIVE PLAY (USA)
G CHILDS54.0P T HYLAND11
2007LAZER SHARP (AUS) 3G
ZARIZ (AUS) – SCADABBA (AUS) SCENIC (IRE)
B RAWILLER56.5JAMIE EDWARDS5
2006TESTAFIABLE (AUS) 3C
TESTA ROSSA (AUS) – JAMELDEN ECHO (NZ) PRINCE ECHO (IRE)
G CHILDS55.5PETER G MOODY16
2005TAILS OF TRIOMPHE (AUS) 3G
ARCHWAY (IRE) – SPINNING HEADS (AUS) BESTEBREUJE (IRE)
P GATT55.5TERRY O’SULLIVAN16

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