The 2026 Doomben Cup runs on Saturday, May 23, at Doomben Racecourse in Brisbane and the TAB NZ have the winter's top Doomben Cup odds and betting tips right here!
Doomben Cup 2026 Results
| 4. Birdman (5) J: James McDonald 59kg 41152 T: Chris Waller | ||
| 6. Pride Of Jenni (4) J: Declan Bates 57kg x3251 T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 2. Vauban (6) J: Tim Clark 59kg 06x13 T: Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | ||
| 1. Half Yours (7) J: Jamie Melham 59kg 11x94 T: Tony & Calvin Mcevoy | ||
| 7. She's A Hustler (3) J: Jordan Childs 57kg 21x43 T: Grahame Begg | ||
| 3. Asterix (2) J: Jason Collett 59kg 12x11 T: Chris Waller | ||
| 5. Kovalica (1) J: Ryan Maloney 59kg 5x405 T: Chris Waller |
Doomben Cup Info
- 2026 Doomben Cup Date: Saturday the 23rd of May 2026
- Track Location: Doomben Racecourse, Doomben, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Distance: 2,000m
- Conditions: Weight-for-age
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1933
- Reigning Doomben Cup Winner : Antino (2025)
Looking for the latest Doomben Cup betting odds, insider racing tips and form for the Brisbane Group 1 race this May? The TAB NZ have all the best betting guides and statistics to make informed bets on the Doomben Cup race this winter!
The Group 1 Doomben Cup is a popular weight-for-age test for Australia’s top winter middle-distance horses. It is the second Group 1 race held during the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival and traditionally takes place at Doomben Racecourse in late May as the highlight of Doomben Cup Day conducted by the Brisbane Racing Club (BRC).
It is considered one of Australia’s leading weight-for-age races and attracts some of the best gallopers in the country with AU$1 million in prize money.
To improve your chances of predicting the next Doomben Cup winner, access the latest Doomben Cup 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 winter contenders.
Whether you’re a seasoned punter or new to betting on the horse races in Australia and New Zealand, our comprehensive Doomben Cup coverage has everything you need.
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Doomben Cup Fast Facts
- Last mare to win the Doomben Cup: Kenedna (2019)
- Last three-year-old to win the Doomben Cup: Akhenaton (2000)
- Last favourite to win the Doomben Cup: Antino ($3 in 2025)
- Last dual Doomben Cup winner: Huetor (2022-23)
- Notable Fact: Kiwi racing legend Rough Habit demonstrated his dominance in the Doomben Cup by winning it three times in a row (1991-1993) after finishing in the placings as a three-year-old in 1990!
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Doomben Cup Betting Info
Doomben Cup betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Doomben, winter weight-for-age race at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Doomben Cup betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Doomben Cup odds online.
All-In Doomben Cup betting markets are then available following the official Doomben Cup nominations taken on a Tuesday in early May.
Betting on the Doomben Cup field is available following final acceptances on the Tuesday of race week.
Betting on the Doomben Cup favours the locally trained champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Brisbane and interstate.
Doomben Cup race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winners who have an outstanding record in the event and the class older gallopers in the race who have a dominant recent record in the early winter showdown over their younger counterparts.
Doomben Cup race tips centre on the standout WFA champion thoroughbreds in Australia and New Zealand that have good lead-up form in similar grade events from the autumn, horses with previous experience at the Doomben track and the runners from the key stables who have dominated Doomben Cup race results.
The Doomben Cup is a weight-for-age event open to runners three and above.
Expert Tips on the 2026 Doomben Cup
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Doomben Cup betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Doomben.
| 1. Half Yours (7) J: Jamie Melham 59kg 11×94 T: Tony & Calvin Mcevoy |
| 4. Birdman (5) J: James McDonald 59kg 41152 T: Chris Waller |
| 3. Asterix (2) J: Jason Collett 59kg 12×11 T: Chris Waller |
Doomben Cup Tips
Doomben Cup tips on which horse will win the next edition of Queensland’s 2000m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Doomben race heats up.
Doomben Cup 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 the Doomben Cup race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Doomben Cup field are proven over the 2,000m distance?
- Who the key Doomben Cup trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the field this year?
- Doomben Cup barrier statistics and where your betting selections are drawn.
- Doomben Cup horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Doomben Cup race tip? The event itself takes just over 2 minutes for the competing horses to run the 2,000m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Doomben Cup winner and winning Doomben Cup trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish result.
Who holds the Doomben Cup race record? Antino (2025) holds the current Doomben Cup race record winning by four lengths in a time of 2 minutes 00.88 seconds.
What are the best Doomben Cup lead-up races to look at when placing a Doomben Cup bet?
There are a number of autumn and winter races Doomben Cup bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Group 2 AD Hollindale Stakes (1800m) run at the Gold Coast a fortnight prior and the Group 3 BRC Chairman’s Handicap (2000m) run at the same track and trip the Saturday before.
Antino (2025) was the last horse to complete the AD Hollindale Stakes / Doomben Cup double.
Internationally Bred Horses in the Doomben Cup
Betting on the internationally bred horses in the field is popular with punters as the overseas foaled gallopers have a dominant record in the race’s recent history.
Since 2000 there have been a host of Doomben Cup winners foaled outside of Australia including all five winners from 2021-25 with Zaaki (GB), dual champ Huetor (FR), recently Bois D’Argent (GB), and most recently the Kiwi bred Antino (NZ) in 2025.
Doomben Cup Tips for a Trifecta
Doomben Cup tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Doomben Cup results.
The horse to finish on top of the Doomben Cup trifecta is your Doomben Cup winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Adding the favourite in your Doomben Cup trifecta bets is a top tip as the favourites have a strong recent strike-rate running top three.
Key Doomben Cup Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Doomben Cup by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Doomben Cup. Our Doomben Cup 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. Doomben Cup race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from barriers 2-8 have historically shown a higher success rate in the Doomben Cup.
2026 Doomben Cup Field
Nominations close: Tuesday May 5, 2026, at 11:00AM AEST
Weights declared by: Tuesday May 19, 2026, at 4:00PM AEST
Acceptances must be declared before: Tuesday May 19, 2026, at 9:00AM AEST
Riders must be declared before: Wednesday May 20, 2020, at 12:00PM AEST
Doomben Cup betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Brisbane’s Doomben Racecourse on a Saturday in late May annually.
Doomben Cup odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 WFA event, and the field attracts a host of quality gallopers many of which are coming off runs in the other Group 1 winter and upcoming spring majors.
The Group 1 Doomben Cup is one of Queensland’s most popular horse races and has been run and won since 1933 when Pentheus won.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 90 years and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
The Doomben Cup has been won by some of the most iconic horses in Australian racing history including a number of reigning or subsequent Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup champions.
Bernborough’s 1946 victory was part of his legendary winning streak and cemented his place as one of the all-time greats. Bore Head followed in 1967, showcasing Queensland pride with his gritty performance.
The 1990s were dominated by Rough Habit, who won the race three consecutive times (1991–1993), becoming a cult hero for his thrilling finishes. Might And Power, the 1997 Melbourne Cup and Caulfield Cup champion, added the 1998 Doomben Cup to his glittering résumé with a front-running masterclass.
Scenic Shot proved his toughness with two wins in 2009 and 2011, while Zaaki delivered one of the most dominant performances in 2021, winning by over seven lengths.
More recently, Huetor joined the elite club of dual winners with back-to-back victories in 2022 and 2023, and Bois D’Argent stunned the field in 2024 with a bold upset, while Antino gave the local Queenslanders a big four length win as the favourite in 2025 setting a new track record!
Winning the Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Racecourse in Queensland on the east coast of Australia, the Doomben Cup is currently 2000m event and has been contested over a variety of distances between 2000 and 2200m over its history.
The Doomben Cup was elevated to Group 1 status in 1980, the year Golden Rhapsody won.
Doomben Cup Day
Doomben Cup Day is one of the premier events of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival, held at Doomben Racecourse. In 2026, the event is scheduled for Saturday, May 23.
The day is headlined by the Group 1 Doomben Cup, a 2000m weight-for-age race offering $1,000,000 in prize money. This race is Queensland’s premier middle-distance event and regularly attracts elite gallopers from across Australia.
Key Events and Feature Races:
- Group 1 Doomben Cup – 2000m, WFA, $1M (main event)
- Group 2 The Roses – a key lead-up for the Queensland Oaks
- Group 3 Fillies & Mares Mile – a competitive 1600m showdown for female gallopers
- Group 3 BRC Sprint – a traditional lead-up to the Stradbroke Handicap
Doomben Cup Day is part of the Stradbroke Season, offering a blend of high-quality racing and premium hospitality. Attendees can enjoy a range of experiences, from general admission to exclusive packages like the Grove Marquee, Doomben Terrace, and Private Suites, all featuring gourmet food, beverages, and prime trackside views.
The Doomben Cup is the final Group 1 race held at Doomben each year and serves as a crucial form guide for horses targeting the Q22 and other major winter features. With a rich history dating back to 1933, the race has been won by legends like Bernborough, Rough Habit, Might And Power, and Zaaki, making it a cornerstone of Queensland’s racing heritage.
Get the best Doomben Cup Day racing odds for Brisbane, 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 Doomben Cup?
The best place to bet on this year’s Doomben Cup race is through the TAB NZ online.
Doomben Cup Odds
Doomben Cup odds and online betting tips on the Doomben Cup horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained stayers in the race and backing the runners in the mix drawn a mid-field gate who have a strong recent record in the event.
Where can I find the Doomben Cup odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Doomben Cup, 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 Doomben Cup
Want to know how to make a bet on the Doomben Cup? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Doomben Cup betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Doomben Cup online.
You can place a Doomben Cup bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Doomben Cup.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Doomben Cup is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Doomben Cup race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the winter Doomben racing, the Doomben Cup has it all!
This important winter 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 season!
How to Bet on the Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup betting guide, Doomben Cup form guide and our expert Doomben Cup tips.
4. Choose a Doomben Cup bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or Doomben Cup Trifecta. There are many more Doomben Cup betting options available so make sure to check out our Doomben Cup betting markets.
5. Select the Doomben Cup horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Doomben Cup nominations or Doomben Cup field.
Doomben Cup Prize Money
The Doomben Cup prize money is set at A$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place.
How much does the Doomben Cup winner get?
The winning Doomben Cup horse receives a total of A$600,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of Doomben Cup prizes on offer from the Doomben Cup winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official Doomben Cup results.
First: A$600,000
Second: A$180,000
Third: A$90,000
Fourth: A$45,000
Fifth: A$25,000
Sixth – Tenth: A$12,000
How many horses have won the Doomben Cup twice?
Four horses have won multiple editions of the Doomben Cup, most recently Huetor in 2022 and 2023.
One horse, Rough Habit, won the Doomben Cup three times consecutively in 1991, 1992 and 1993.
To date, the only horse to win the Doomben Cup twice on non-consecutive years is Scenic Shot in 2009 and 2011.
Multiple Doomben Cup winners: Earlwood (1959-60), Rough Habit (1991-93), Scenic Shot (2009 & 2011), and Huetor (2022-23).
What makes betting on the Doomben Cup so popular?
The fact that the Doomben Cup is the second Group 1 race run during the Brisbane 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 Doomben Cup 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 weight-for-age race with a rich history dating back to 1933, the Doomben Cup is a premier event on the Australian racing calendar, attracting the best middle-distance horses and generating significant betting interest due to its high quality.
The weight-for-age scale ensures that the best horses generally aren’t penalised for their past performances, making it a more level playing field for top contenders and an intriguing form line for punters.
Contested over 2000 metres, the Doomben Cup provides a compelling test of stamina and tactical racing, making it an engaging spectacle to watch and bet on.
With a substantial prize pool of $1,000,000, the Doomben Cup offers lucrative returns for connections and generates considerable betting turnover.
For the best online betting on the Doomben Cup, consider tipping a horse to win both the Doomben Cup and another Group 1 race over the carnival in a winter 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 Doomben Cup so special?
The Doomben Cup is held at Doomben Racecourse which is home to some of the winter’s biggest events, making it a favourite destination for racegoers in Queensland.
It serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Doomben Cup winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.
It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each winter.
Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 2000m winter event every season to see if their bets on the Doomben Cup race won!
The Doomben Cup 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 the Doomben Cup champions.
What are the popular betting markets for the Doomben Cup?
When it comes to betting on the Doomben Cup, 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 Doomben Cup?
Since the year 2000, three mares have won the Doomben Cup with Cinque Cento (2007), Streama (2014) and Kenedna (2019).
What age group has the best recent the Doomben Cup record?
Six-year-olds have dominated the Doomben Cup results in recent years with nine saluting between 2000 and 2025, most recently Antino in 2025.
The youngest recent Doomben Cup winner was Akhenaton who became the latest three-year-old to win in 2000.
The oldest recent Doomben Cup winner was Scenic Shot who won as an eight-year-old in 2011.
Between 2000 and 2025 the breakdown of Doomben Cup winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 1 (latest Akhenaton in 2000)
4YOs – 5 (latest Comin’ Through in 2018)
5YOs – 7 (latest Huetor in 2022)
6YOs – 9 (latest Antino in 2025)
7YOs – 2 (latest Bois D’Argent in 2024)
8YOs – 1 (latest Scenic Shot in 2011)
What races will runners out of the Doomben Cup target next?
Many runners out of the Doomben Cup will race on and target other Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival features including the Group 2 $1.2 million The Q22 (2200m) at Eagle Farm on Stradbroke Day.
Zaaki (2021) was the last horse to complete the Doomben Cup / The Q22 double in the same year.
Doomben Cup Barriers
The Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup barrier draw?
Barrier 2 has produced four Doomben Cup winners between 2000 and 2025, most recently Pornichet (2015).
Barrier 16 is the widest gate to produce a Doomben Cup winner between 2000 and 2025, most recently Bush Padre (2003).
Barrier 10 is the latest Doomben Cup winning barrier with Antino in 2025.
Breakdown of winning Doomben Cup barriers between 2000-25:
Barrier 1 – 1 (latest Beaten Up in 2013)
Barrier 2 – 4 (latest Huetor in 2022)
Barrier 3 – 1 (latest King Keitel in 2001)
Barrier 4 – 2 (latest Pornichet in 2015)
Barrier 5 – 3 (latest Mawingo in 2012)
Barrier 6 – 2 (latest Huetor in 2023)
Barrier 7 – 1 (latest Metal Bender in 2010)
Barrier 8 – 3 (latest Bois D’Argent in 2024)
Barrier 9 – 1 (latest Zaaki in 2021)
Barrier 10 – 2 (latest Antino in 2025)
Barrier 11 – 2 (latest Comin’ Through in 2018)
Barrier 12 – 0
Barrier 13 – 1 (latest Scenic Shot in 2009)
Barrier 14 – 0
Barrier 15 – 1 (latest Sense Of Occasion in 2017)
Barrier 16 – 1 (latest Bush Padre in 2003)
Doomben Cup Form
We offer a complete Doomben Cup form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Doomben Cup field in addition to insider Doomben Cup racing tips and betting odds.
Our Doomben Cup form guides include:
- Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup or you are an expert Doomben Cup tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Doomben Cup.
How to Read the Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Doomben Cup as this can impact performance.
Doomben Cup Results
Doomben Cup results are known when the event takes place in May annually.
You can bet on the Doomben Cup race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Doomben Cup markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Doomben Cup results entails picking the Doomben Cup winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Doomben Cup field with our Doomben Cup tips and form guide.
Other Doomben Cup race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Doomben Cup 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 Doomben Cup results!
Doomben Cup exotic results show how all the exotic Doomben Cup bet types resulted like the Doomben Cup Quinella, Doomben Cup Exacta, Doomben Cup Trifecta, and Doomben Cup First Four.
Doomben Cup Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Doomben Cup field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around Australia and New Zealand. Winning this important winter 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 Doomben Cup field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official the Doomben Cup jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Blake Shinn is the latest Doomben Cup winning jockey having ridden Antino to victory in 2025.
Blake Shinn on Streama (2014) and Pornichet (2015) followed by Bois D’Argent (2024) and Antino (2025) is the last back-to-back Doomben Cup winning jockey.
Four-time champion Blake Shinn (2014, 2015, 2024, 2025) is most successful Doomben Cup jockey in history.
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Doomben Cup horses this summer.
Doomben Cup Trainers
The most successful Doomben Cup trainers throughout history with three wins each are T J Smith (1973, 1976, 1978); John Wheeler (1991–1993) with Rough Habit; and Chris Waller (2010, 2013, 2018).
Peter & Paul Snowden are the latest back-to-back Doomben Cup winning trainers with dual champion Huetor (2022-23).
Tony Gollan is the latest Doomben Cup winning trainer having prepared Antino in 2025.
Doomben Cup Winners
Notable Doomben Cup winners throughout history include:
Bernborough (1946): Bernborough is one of Australia’s most legendary racehorses, and his 1946 Doomben Cup win was part of a phenomenal career that included 15 consecutive victories. Known for his explosive finishes and immense popularity, Bernborough’s triumph in Brisbane added to his legacy as a national icon of the turf.
Bore Head (1967): Bore Head was a Queensland champion who won the 1967 Doomben Cup after already claiming the 1965 Caulfield Cup. His versatility and toughness made him a fan favourite , and his Doomben Cup win was a proud moment for local racing supporters.
Rough Habit (1991-93): Rough Habit is the undisputed king of the Doomben Cup, winning it three consecutive times from 1991 to 1993. Trained in New Zealand by John Wheeler and ridden by Jim Cassidy, Rough Habit became a cult hero in Queensland, known for his storming finishes and incredible consistency at Group 1 level.
Might And Power (1998): Might And Power, the 1997 Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup winner, added the 1998 Doomben Cup to his glittering résumé. Trained by Jack Denham, he was a front-running powerhouse, and his win in Brisbane confirmed his status as one of the greatest Australian stayers of all time.
Scenic Shot (2009 & 2011): Scenic Shot was a dual Doomben Cup winner, taking out the race in 2009 and again in 2011. Trained by Daniel Morton, he was a tough and seasoned campaigner who also won the Brisbane Cup, making him one of the few horses to complete the Doomben–Brisbane Cup double.
Kenedna (2019): Kenedna was a standout mare who won the 2019 Doomben Cup under the training of Ciaron Maher and David Eustace. Her victory was a testament to her class and adaptability, as she defeated a strong field in one of her final career highlights.
Zaaki (2021): Zaaki delivered one of the most dominant Doomben Cup performances in history in 2021, winning by over seven lengths. Trained by Annabel Neasham, this British import announced himself as a major force in Australian racing with this emphatic Group 1 breakthrough.
Huetor (2022-23): Huetor, trained by Peter & Paul Snowden, became only the fourth horse in history to win the Doomben Cup twice, claiming back-to-back victories in 2022 and 2023. His wins were marked by tactical brilliance and a powerful turn of foot, cementing his place in the race’s elite company.
Bois D’Argent (2024): Bois D’Argent, trained by Annabel Neasham, caused an upset in the 2024 Doomben Cup at odds of $26. The imported gelding held off a fast-finishing field to give Neasham her second win in the race, showcasing her growing dominance in Australian middle-distance racing.
Antino (2025): Local Queensland star Antino made Doomben Cup history when setting a new track record in 2025 saluting by four lengths after coming wide round the final turn before charging home in a slick 2 minutes 00.88 seconds for trainer Tony Gollan. The last start Hollindale Stakes winner also handed jockey Blake Shinn his record fourth Doomben Cup success when saluting as the $3 favourite.
Bet on the next Doomben Cup winner with our comprehensive Doomben Cup form guide and expert Doomben Cup tips at the TAB NZ!
Past Doomben Cup Results
Recent Doomben Cup winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2004 are detailed in the below table. Note, there was no race run in 2020 due to COVID-19.
| Year | Winner – Age/Gender Breeding | Jockey | Weight (kgs) | Trainer/s | Barrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 2025 | ANTINO (NZ) 6G REDWOOD (GB) – MAHAMAYA (NZ) BAHHARE (USA) | BLAKE SHINN | 59.0 | TONY GOLLAN | 10 |
| 2024 | BOIS D’ARGENT (GB) 7G TORONADO (IRE) – MADONNA LILY (IRE) DAYLAMI (IRE) | BLAKE SHINN | 59.0 | ANNABEL NEASHAM | 8 |
| 2023 | HUETOR (FR) 6G ARCHIPENKO (USA) – BRIVIESCA (GB) PEINTRE CELEBRE (USA) | RYAN MALONEY | 59.0 | P & P SNOWDEN | 6 |
| 2022 | HUETOR (FR) 5G ARCHIPENKO (USA) – BRIVIESCA (GB) PEINTRE CELEBRE (USA) | K MCEVOY | 59.0 | P & P SNOWDEN | 2 |
| 2021 | ZAAKI (GB) 6G LEROIDESANIMAUX (BRZ) – KESARA (GB) SADLER’S WELLS (USA) | JAMES MCDONALD | 59.0 | ANNABEL NEASHAM | 9 |
| 2019 | KENEDNA (AUS) 5M NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) – MISS DODWELL (AUS) FALBRAV (IRE) | J ALLEN | 57.0 | C MAHER & D EUSTACE | 8 |
| 2018 | COMIN’ THROUGH (AUS) 4G FASTNET ROCK (AUS) – MICA’S PRIDE (AUS) BITE THE BULLET (USA) | M J WALKER | 59.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 11 |
| 2017 | SENSE OF OCCASION (AUS) 6G STREET SENSE (USA) – SAYWAAN (AUS) ZABEEL (NZ) | C W BROWN | 59.0 | KRIS LEES | 15 |
| 2016 | OUR IVANHOWE (GER) 6H SOLDIER HOLLOW (GB) – INDIGO GIRL (GER) STERNKOENIG (IRE) | K MCEVOY | 59.0 | LEE & ANTHONY FREEDMAN | 6 |
| 2015 | PORNICHET (FR) 4H VESPONE (IRE) – PORZA (FR) SEPTIEME CIEL (USA) | B SHINN | 59.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 4 |
| 2014 | STREAMA (AUS) 5M STRATUM (AUS) – PENSIAMO (AUS) SOVEREIGN RED (NZ) | B SHINN | 57.0 | G H WALTER | 8 |
| 2013 | BEATEN UP (GB) 5G BEAT HOLLOW (GB) – FROG (GB) AKARAD (FR) | L G INNES | 59.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 1 |
| 2012 | MAWINGO (GER) 4H TERTULLIAN (USA) – MONTFLEUR (GB) SADLER’S WELLS (USA) | N RAWILLER | 59.0 | ANTHONY FREEDMAN | 5 |
| 2011 | SCENIC SHOT (AUS) 8G SCENIC (IRE) – SWEEPSHOT (AUS) DR GRACE (NZ) | S SCRIVEN | 59.0 | D MORTON | 2 |
| 2010 | METAL BENDER (NZ) 4G DANASINGA (AUS) – JACQWIN (AUS) BLUEBIRD (USA) | K MCEVOY | 59.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 7 |
| 2009 | SCENIC SHOT (AUS) 6G SCENIC (IRE) – SWEEPSHOT (AUS) DR GRACE (NZ) | S SCRIVEN | 59.0 | D MORTON | 13 |
| 2008 | SARRERA (AUS) 7G QUEST FOR FAME (GB) – ZAMSONG (NZ) ZAFONIC (USA) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 59.0 | MICHAEL MORONEY | 4 |
| 2007 | CINQUE CENTO (AUS) 5M NOTHIN’ LEICA DANE (AUS) – LAYDOWN MISERE (AUS) VARICK (USA) | S W ARNOLD | 56.5 | PETER G MOODY | 5 |
| 2006 | ABOVE DECK (AUS) 4G BIANCONI (USA) – HAFLA (AUS) AT TALAQ (USA) | M J ZAHRA | 58.0 | J T CONLAN | 10 |
| 2005 | PERLIN (NZ) 5G CARNEGIE (IRE) – MY MIDNIGHT MADAM (NZ) KAAPSTAD (NZ) | D NIKOLIC | 58.0 | GRAEME ROGERSON | 2 |
| 2004 | DEFIER (AUS) 6G DEHERE (USA) – LILANDE (AUS) MARSCAY (AUS) | HUGH BOWMAN | 58.0 | G H WALTER | 5 |
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