The 2026 Black Caviar Lightning ran on Saturday February 14 at Flemington, Melbourne, Australia, and was won in a brilliant first-up return by the now dual Group 1 winning colt Tentyris ($2.60F)!
| 4. Tentyris (7) J: Damian Lane55.5kg x311xT: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 7. My Gladiola (8) J: Jamie Mott53.5kg 1223xT: John Mcardle | ||
| 3. Benedetta (1) J: Jamie Melham56.5kg x758xT: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 2. Baraqiel (5) J: Ben Allen58.5kg x112xT: L & T Corstens & W Larkin | ||
| 1. Giga Kick (6) J: Ethan Brown58.5kg 6x11xT: Clayton Douglas | ||
| 6. Marhoona (4) J: Michael Dee53.5kg 1x13xT: Michael Freedman | ||
| 8. Military Tycoon (2) J: Harry Coffey53.5kg 196x2T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 5. Beiwacht (3) J: Ben Melham55.5kg 3214xT: Chris Waller |
Black Caviar Lightning Info
- 2026 Black Caviar Lightning Date: Saturday the 14th of February 2026
- Former Race Name: Lightning Stakes
- Track Location: Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Distance: 1,000m
- Conditions: Weight-For-Age
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1955
- Reigning Black Caviar Lightning Winner: Tentyris (2026)
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The Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning – formerly the Lightning Stakes – is a crucial short-distance sprint test for Australia’s top sprinting racehorses. It is now the first Group 1 race held each Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival after the CF Orr Stakes was moved to the spring and takes place Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse on a Saturday in mid-February as the highlight of Black Caviar Lightning Day conducted by the Victoria Racing Club.
It is one of the key short-distance sprint races in the country serving as a key lead-up to other important Group 1 sprints over the autumn in both Melbourne and Sydney.
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Black Caviar Lightning Fast Facts
- Last mare to win the Black Caviar Lightning: Skybird (2025)
- Longest priced Black Caviar Lightning winner: Skybird ($26 in 2025)
- Last three-year-old Black Caviar Lightning winner: Tentyris (2026)
- Last Black Caviar Lightning favourite to win: Tentyris ($2.60 in 2026)
- Last multiple Lightning Stakes winner: Black Caviar (2011, 2012, 2013)
- Notable Fact: The race is the first leg of Melbourne’s Sprint Triple Crown
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Black Caviar Lightning Betting Info
Black Caviar Lightning betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Flemington, autumn sprint race at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Black Caviar Lightning betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Black Caviar Lightning odds online.
All-In Black Caviar Lightning Stakes betting markets are then available following the official Black Caviar Lightning nominations taken on the Monday of race week.
Betting on the Black Caviar Lightning field is available following final acceptances on the Wednesday of race week.
Betting on the Black Caviar Lightning favours the locally trained weight-for-age champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Melbourne.
Black Caviar Lightning race betting traditionally focuses on the proven Group 1 winning horses who have an outstanding record in the event and those proven over the short-distance feature races in Australia.
Expert Tips on the 2026 Black Caviar Lightning
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Black Caviar Lightning betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Flemington.
Black Caviar Lightning Tips
Black Caviar Lightning tips on which horse will win the next edition of the Black Caviar Lightning flood in as the countdown to the important Flemington 1000m race heats up.
Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Black Caviar Lightning field are proven over the distance?
- Who the key Black Caviar Lightning trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the Black Caviar Lightning field this year?
- Black Caviar Lightning barrier statistics and where your Black Caviar Lightning betting selections are drawn.
- Black Caviar Lightning horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Black Caviar Lightning race tip? The event itself takes just under 1 minute for the competing horses to run the 1,000m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Black Caviar Lightning winner and winning Black Caviar Lightning trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish Black Caviar Lightning result.
Black Caviar Lightning race tips centre on proven stars that have good lead-up form in similar grade summer/autumn events, horses with previous experience at the famous Flemington track and the female runners who have dominated recent Black Caviar Lightning Stakes race results.
The Black Caviar Lightning is a weight-for-age event.
Black Caviar Lightning betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse on a Saturday in mid-February annually.
Black Caviar Lightning odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 WFA event, and the field attracts a host of quality thoroughbreds many of which are eyeing other Group 1 targets in the autumn majors down under.
The Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning is one of Australia’s most popular early autumn horse races and has been run and won since 1955 when Gay Vista became the inaugural champion of the event.
The race was formerly known as the Lightning Stakes before being renamed in 2013 to honour the event’s only three-time champion Black Caviar who won all 25 of her career starts.
The only year the weight-for-age event was not run at Flemington was in 2007 when refurbishments at Flemington saw the race moved to Moonee Valley Racecourse.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for more than half a century and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
The race has seen many notable winners including Peter Moody’s undefeated sprint queen Black Caviar (2011, 2012, 2013) who has been the race’s namesake since her third in 2013, as well as Kiwi superstar Imperatriz who won a total of ten Group 1 races across New Zealand.
Winning the Black Caviar Lightning 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 Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse in Victoria on the east coast of Australia, the Black Caviar Lightning is a 1000m event and suits those horses suited to the short sprint distance.
The Lightning Stakes was elevated to Group 1 status in 1987, the year Placid Ark won.
The Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winners’ list has been dominant by Group 1 champions.
Black Caviar Lightning Day
Black Caviar Lightning Day at Flemington is a major event in the Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival, celebrating the legacy of the legendary mare, Black Caviar. This day features several key races, with the highlight being the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes.
Key races on Black Caviar Lightning Day include the:
- Black Caviar Lightning Stakes: The feature race of the day, a Group 1 sprint over 1000 metres with a prize purse of AU$1 million. This race attracts some of the fastest horses in the world.
- CS Hayes Stakes: A Group 3 race over 1400 metres for three-year-old colts and geldings, often serving as a lead-up to the Australian Guineas.
- The Vanity: A Group 3 race over 1400 metres for three-year-old fillies, also a key lead-up race for the Australian Guineas.
The day is filled with excitement, featuring top-quality racing, live entertainment, and various on-course activities to celebrate the legacy of Black Caviar, who had an undefeated career with 25 wins, including 15 Group 1 victories
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Who holds the Black Caviar Lightning race record? The race record for the Black Caviar Lightning is held by Black Caviar herself, who set the record time of 55.42 seconds for her third consecutive victory in 2013.
What are the best Black Caviar Lightning lead-up races to look at when placing a Lightning Stakes bet?
When placing a bet on the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes, it’s helpful to consider several key lead-up races. Some of the most influential ones include:
- VRC Sprint Classic: Held in November at Flemington over 1200 metres the spring prior, this Group 1 race also known as the Champions Sprint often features top sprinters who perform well in the Lightning Stakes the following autumn. Imperatriz (2023-2024) was the last horse to win the Champions Sprint – Black Caviar Lightning double in the same season.
Runners may also contest the Black Caviar Lightning off an earlier run in the Group 2 Australia Stakes (1200m) at Moonee Valley in late January. Held a few weeks before the Black Caviar Lightning it has produced several winners including Black Caviar.
Australian-Bred Horses in the Black Caviar Lightning
Betting on the Australian-bred horses in the field is popular with the race results showing the locally foaled sprinters dominating the event.
Looking back over the Black Caviar Lightning history and statistics shows just one winner since 2000 being bred outside of Australia with Redkirk Warrior (GB) in 2018.
Black Caviar Lightning Tips for a Trifecta
Black Caviar Lightning tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Black Caviar Lightning results.
The horse to finish on top of the Black Caviar Lightning trifecta is your Black Caviar Lightning winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Adding the favourite into your Black Caviar Lightning trifecta bet is a top tip as the favourites have a strong recent strike-rate running in the money.
Key Black Caviar Lightning Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Black Caviar Lightning by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Black Caviar Lightning. Our Black Caviar Lightning 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. Black Caviar Lightning race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from single-digit barriers have historically shown a higher success rate in the Black Caviar Lightning.
2026 Black Caviar Lightning Field
Nominations: 9 Feb 2026 12:00PM (AEDT)
Final Acceptances: 11 Feb 2026 9:30AM (AEDT)
Riders: 11 Feb 2026 1:00PM (AEDT)
Where can you bet on the Black Caviar Lightning?
The best place to bet on this year’s Black Caviar Lightning race is through the TAB NZ online.
Black Caviar Lightning Odds
Black Caviar Lightning odds and online betting tips on the Lightning Stakes horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained sprinters in the race and backing any star mares in the mix who have a great record in the event against the male gallopers.
Where can I find the latest Black Caviar Lightning Stakes odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Black Caviar Lightning, 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 Black Caviar Lightning Stakes
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It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Black Caviar Lightning online.
You can place a Black Caviar Lightning bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Black Caviar Lightning is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Black Caviar Lightning race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Flemington racing, the Black Caviar Lightning 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 early in the autumn!
How to Bet on the Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning betting guide, Black Caviar Lightning form guide and our expert Black Caviar Lightning tips.
4. Choose a Black Caviar Lightning bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the Black Caviar Lightning Trifecta. There are many more Black Caviar Lightning betting options available so make sure to check out our Black Caviar Lightning betting markets.
5. Select the Black Caviar Lightning horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Black Caviar Lightning nominations or Black Caviar Lightning field.
What makes betting on the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes so popular?
The fact that the Black Caviar Lightning is one of the opening Group 1 races run during the Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival and one of the key February horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.
The Black Caviar Lightning is a popular short-distance race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.
The Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning, consider tipping a horse to win both the Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning so special?
The Black Caviar Lightning serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Black Caviar Lightning 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 1000m late summer / early autumn event every season to see if their bets on the Black Caviar Lightning race won!
The Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning Stakes champions. With such a lucrative a prize pool, the race attracts top-tier sprinters from around the world, making it a highly competitive and exciting event.
What are the popular betting markets for the Black Caviar Lightning?
When it comes to betting on the Black Caviar Lightning, 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 Black Caviar Lightning Stakes in recent years?
Since the year 2000, 11 editions of the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes have been won by female sprinters with nine successful mares and two fillies including the event’s namesake Black Caviar (2011, 2012, 2013). The Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winning fillies in that time are Regimental Gal (2004) and Coolangatta (2023). Imperatriz (2024) and Skybird (2025) are the latest mares to win the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes.
What age group has the best Black Caviar Lightning Stakes record?
Three-year-old and five-year-olds have dominated the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes results in recent years with seven from each age group saluting between 2000 and 2026, most recently Imperatriz (5YO in 2024) and Tentyris (3YO in 2026).
The youngest recent Black Caviar Lightning winner was Tentyris who saluted as a three-year-old in 2026.
The oldest recent Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winners were Terravista (2017) and Redkirk Warrior (2018) who saluted as seven-year-olds.
Between 2000 and 2026 the breakdown of Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 7 (latest Tentyris in 2026)
4YOs – 6 (latest Skybird in 2025)
5YOs – 7 (latest Imperatriz in 2024)
6YOs – 5 (latest Nature Strip in 2021)
7YOs – 2 (latest Redkirk Warrior in 2018)
What races will runners out of the Black Caviar Lightning target next?
Following a run in the Black Caviar Lightning many horses will target upcoming autumn sprint features including the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap (1200m) back at Flemington in early March, the Group 1 William Reid Stakes (1200m) at The Valley later that month, and Randwick’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m) held in Sydney in April during the iconic ‘The Championships’.
Redkirk Warrior (2018) was the last horse to complete the Black Caviar Lightning / Newmarket Handicap double in the same year.
Imperatriz (2024) was the last horse to complete the Black Caviar Lighting / William Reid Stakes double in the same year.
Nature Strip (2021) was the last horse to complete the Black Caviar Lightning / TJ Smith Stakes double in the same year.
Black Caviar Lightning Barriers
The Black Caviar Lightning barrier draw and allocated Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning Stakes barrier draw?
Barrier 2 has produced six Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winners between 2000 and 2026 most recently Imperatriz (2024).
Barrier 13 is the widest gate to produce a Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winner between 2000 and 2025 with Spinning Hill (2002).
Barrier 8 was the last gate to produce back-to-back Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winners with Home Affairs (2022) and Coolangatta (2023).
Barrier 7 is the latest Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winning barrier with Tentyris in 2026.
Breakdown of winning Black Caviar Lightning Stakes barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 4 (latest In Her Time in 2009)
Barrier 2 – 6 (latest Imperatriz in 2004)
Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Skybird in 2025)
Barrier 4 – 1 (latest Sports in 2001)
Barrier 5 – 2 (latest Black Caviar in 2012)
Barrier 6 – 3 (latest Lankan Rupee in 2015)
Barrier 7 – 2 (latest Tentyris in 2026)
Barrier 8 – 3 (latest Coolangatta in 2023)
Barrier 9 – 1 (latest Snitzerland in 2014)
Barrier 10 – 0
Barrier 11 – 2 (latest Nicconi in 2010)
Barrier 12 – 1 (latest Fastnet Rock in 2005)
Barrier 13 – 1 (latest Spinning Hill in 2002)
Black Caviar Lightning Stakes Form
We offer a complete Black Caviar Lightning form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Black Caviar Lightning field in addition to insider Black Caviar Lightning racing tips and betting odds.
Our Black Caviar Lightning form guides include:
- Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning or you are an expert Black Caviar Lightning tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Black Caviar Lightning.
How to Read the Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Black Caviar Lightning, as this can impact performance.
Black Caviar Lightning Stakes Results
The Black Caviar Lightning results are known when the event takes place in February annually.
You can bet on the Black Caviar Lightning race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Black Caviar Lightning markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Black Caviar Lightning results entails picking the Black Caviar Lightning winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Black Caviar Lightning field with our Black Caviar Lightning tips and form guide.
Other Black Caviar Lightning race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning results!
Black Caviar Lightning exotic results show how all the exotic Black Caviar Lightning bet types resulted like the Black Caviar Lightning Quinella, Black Caviar Lightning Exacta, Black Caviar Lightning Trifecta, and Black Caviar Lightning First Four.
Black Caviar Lightning Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Black Caviar Lightning 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 Black Caviar Lightning field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official Black Caviar Lightning jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Damian Lane is the latest Black Caviar Lightning winning jockey having ridden Tentyris to victory in 2026.
The most successful jockey in recent Black Caviar Lightning Stakes history is Damien Oliver who has won five Lightning Stakes races on Schillaci (1992-93), Gold Ace (1996), Testa Rossa in (2000), and most recently Nicconi (2010). Jockey Harry White has won the Lightning Stakes four times aboard The Judge (1979), Cap D’antibes (1975), Zambari (1972), and Black Onyx (1970).
Luke Nolen is the last back-to-back Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winning jockey having ridden a consecutive three-peat aboard Peter Moody’s brilliant mare Black Caviar between 2011 and 2013.
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Black Caviar Lightning horses this summer.
Black Caviar Lightning Trainers
The most successful trainer in recent Black Caviar Lightning Stakes history is Bart Cummings who has won the event a record eight times with Storm Queen (1967), Century (1974), Cap D’antibes (1975), Maybe Mahal (1977-78), Demus (1983), Hula Chief (1986), and Shaftsbury Avenue (1991).
Anthony & Sam Freedman are the latest Black Caviar Lightning winning trainers having prepared Tentyris to victory in 2026.
Black Caviar Lightning Stakes Winners
Notable Black Caviar Lightning winners throughout history include:
Sky High (1961, 1962): Sky High was the first horse to win the Lightning Stakes back-to-back. He also had notable victories in the Golden Slipper and the Epsom Handicap. Sky High was a versatile and dominant racehorse of his era.
Storm Queen (1967): Storm Queen was a remarkable filly who won the Lightning Stakes in 1967. She also claimed victories in the Golden Slipper and the AJC Sires’ Produce Stakes. Storm Queen was trained by the legendary Bart Cummings and left a lasting legacy in Australian racing.
Schillaci (1992, 1993): Schillaci was a dominant sprinter who won the Lightning Stakes twice. He also secured victories in the Newmarket Handicap and the T.J. Smith Stakes. Schillaci was known for his speed and consistency, making him one of the top sprinters of his time.
Fastnet Rock (2005): Fastnet Rock made a significant impact as a three-year-old, winning the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes in 2005. He also triumphed in the Oakleigh Plate and the Newmarket Handicap. Fastnet Rock was named Australian Champion Three-Year-Old Colt in 2005 and later became a successful sire.
Takeover Target (2006): Takeover Target’s remarkable career includes a win in the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes in 2006. He also claimed victories in the King’s Stand Stakes and the T.J. Smith Stakes. Takeover Target was recognized as the Australian Champion Sprinter in 2006.
Miss Andretti (2007): Miss Andretti is remembered for her exceptional sprinting ability. She won the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes in 2007 and went on to achieve notable victories in the King’s Stand Stakes and the Newmarket Handicap. Miss Andretti was named Australian Champion Sprinter in 2007.
Apache Cat (2008): Apache Cat is known for his distinctive white face and impressive sprinting record. He won the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes in 2008 and also secured wins in the T.J. Smith Stakes and the Doomben 10,000. Apache Cat was named Australian Champion Sprinter in 2008.
Scenic Blast (2009): Scenic Blast had a stellar year in 2009, winning the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes and other major races like the King’s Stand Stakes and the Newmarket Handicap. He was honored as the Australian Horse of the Year in 2009 for his outstanding performances.
Black Caviar (2011, 2012, 2013): Black Caviar is one of the most celebrated racehorses in history, known for her undefeated streak of 25 races. She won the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes three times consecutively. Her other notable victories include the Newmarket Handicap, Diamond Jubilee Stakes in the UK, and T.J. Smith Stakes. Black Caviar was named Australian Champion Racehorse of the Year in 2011, 2012, and 2013.
Nature Strip (2021): Nature Strip is renowned for his incredible speed and versatility. He won the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes in 2021 and has also triumphed in prestigious races like The Everest and the T.J. Smith Stakes (three times). Nature Strip was honored as the Australian Horse of the Year for the 2020-21 season.
Home Affairs (2022): Home Affairs made headlines as the first three-year-old to win the Lightning Stakes since Fastnet Rock in 2005. In addition to his Lightning Stakes victory, he also won the Coolmore Stud Stakes. Home Affairs is known for his impressive performances against older horses.
Coolangatta (2023): Coolangatta became the first filly to win the Lightning Stakes in 19 years when she claimed victory in 2023. She also won the Moir Stakes, showcasing her talent and speed. Coolangatta’s win in the Lightning Stakes was a significant achievement for fillies in the racing world.
Imperatriz (2024): Imperatriz is a standout mare with nine Group 1 wins to her name. She won the Black Caviar Lightning Stakes in 2024 and has also secured victories in the William Reid Stakes and the New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders Stakes. Imperatriz’s consistent performances have earned her a place among the elite sprinters.
Skybird (2025): The underrated Skybird made history with her first-up, last-to-first Black Caviar Lightning win when becoming the longest-priced winner in the race’s 71-year history!
Tentyris (2026): The gun Anthony & Sam Freedman-trained Street Boss colt was huge late showing plenty of talent first-up against the older horses to charge home the closing stages and win the 2026 edition fresh in his first victory since claiming the Group 1 Coolmore Stud Stakes at the track the spring prior.
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Past Black Caviar Lightning Stakes Results
Recent Black Caviar Lightning Stakes winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2005 are detailed in the below table.
| Year | Horse – Age/Gender Breeding | Jockey | Weight (kgs) | Trainer/s | Barrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TENTYRIS (AUS) 3C STREET BOSS (USA) – DEITY (AUS) EXCEED AND EXCEL (AUS) | DAMIAN LANE | 55.5 | ANTHONY & SAM FREEDMAN | 7 |
| 2025 | SKYBIRD (AUS) 4M EXOSPHERE (AUS) – REAL DESIRE (AUS) WANTED (AUS) | JOHN ALLEN | 56.5 | MITCHELL FREEDMAN | 3 |
| 2024 | IMPERATRIZ (AUS) 5M I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – BERIMBAU (AUS) SHAMARDAL (USA) | O P BOSSON | 56.5 | MARK WALKER | 2 |
| 2023 | COOLANGATTA (AUS) 3F WRITTEN TYCOON (AUS) – PIPING HOT (AUS) MORE THAN READY (USA) | JAMIE KAH | 53.5 | C MAHER & D EUSTACE | 8 |
| 2022 | HOME AFFAIRS (AUS) 3C I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – MISS INTERIORS (AUS) FLYING SPUR (AUS) | JAMES MCDONALD | 55.5 | CHRIS WALLER | 8 |
| 2021 | NATURE STRIP (AUS) 6G NICCONI (AUS) – STRIKELINE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | JAMIE KAH | 58.5 | CHRIS WALLER | 2 |
| 2020 | GYTRASH (AUS) 4G LOPE DE VEGA (IRE) – MISS BARLEY (AUS) FASTNET ROCK (AUS) | M J ZAHRA | 58.5 | GORDON RICHARDS | 2 |
| 2019 | IN HER TIME (AUS) 6M TIME THIEF (AUS) – HELL IT’S HOT (AUS) ZEDITAVE (AUS) | C W BROWN | 56.5 | KRIS LEES | 1 |
| 2018 | REDKIRK WARRIOR (GB) 7G NOTNOWCATO (GB) – FLAG (GB) SELKIRK (USA) | REGAN BAYLISS | 58.5 | D & B HAYES & T DABERNIG | 7 |
| 2017 | TERRAVISTA (AUS) 7G CAPTAIN RIO (GB) – PARFORE (NZ) GOLD BROSE (AUS) | C W BROWN | 58.5 | JOSEPH PRIDE | 8 |
| 2016 | CHAUTAUQUA (AUS) 5G ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) – LOVELY JUBLY (AUS) LION HUNTER (AUS) | D DUNN | 58.5 | MICHAEL & WAYNE & JOHN HAWKES | 2 |
| 2015 | LANKAN RUPEE (AUS) 5G REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) – ESTELLE COLLECTION (NZ) STRAVINSKY (USA) | C NEWITT | 58.5 | MICK PRICE | 6 |
| 2014 | SNITZERLAND (AUS) 4M SNITZEL (AUS) – MONTE ROSA (AUS) FRAAR (USA) | B AVDULLA | 56.5 | GERALD RYAN | 9 |
| 2013 | BLACK CAVIAR (AUS) 6M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – HELSINGE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | L NOLEN | 56.5 | PETER G MOODY | 2 |
| 2012 | BLACK CAVIAR (AUS) 5M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – HELSINGE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | L NOLEN | 56.5 | PETER G MOODY | 5 |
| 2011 | BLACK CAVIAR (AUS) 4M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – HELSINGE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | L NOLEN | 56.5 | PETER G MOODY | 6 |
| 2010 | NICCONI (AUS) 4H BIANCONI (USA) – NICOLA LASS (AUS) SCENIC (IRE) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 58.5 | D A HAYES | 11 |
| 2009 | SCENIC BLAST (AUS) 4G SCENIC (IRE) – DAUGHTER’S CHARM (AUS) DELGADO (USA) | S W ARNOLD | 58.5 | D MORTON | 1 |
| 2008 | APACHE CAT (AUS) 5G LION CAVERN (USA) – TENNESSEE BLAZE (AUS) WHISKEY ROAD (USA) | C W BROWN | 58.5 | GREG EURELL | 2 |
| 2007 | MISS ANDRETTI (AUS) 5M IHTIRAM (IRE) – PEGGIE’S BID (AUS) MAROONED (GB) | C NEWITT | 56.0 | D L FREEDMAN | 1 |
| 2006 | TAKEOVER TARGET (AUS) 6G CELTIC SWING (GB) – SHADY STREAM (AUS) ARCHREGENT (CAN) | J FORD | 57.5 | J A JANIAK | 6 |
| 2005 | FASTNET ROCK (AUS) 3C DANEHILL (USA) – PICCADILLY CIRCUS (AUS) ROYAL ACADEMY (USA) | G BOSS | 54.5 | PAUL PERRY | 12 |
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