The 2026 Kingsford Smith Cup is set to run at Eagle Farm Racecourse in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia on Saturday May 30 and the TAB NZ have all the best Kingsford Smith Cup odds and tips right here!

Looking for the latest Kingsford Smith Cup betting odds, insider racing tips and form for the Brisbane Group 1 race this winter? The TAB NZ have all the best betting guides and statistics to make informed bets on the Kingsford Smith Cup race this autumn!

The Group 1 Kingsford Smith Cup is a popular weight-for-age test for Australia’s top winter sprinters. It is one of the key Group 1 races held during the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival and traditionally takes place at Eagle Farm Racecourse in late May or early June as one of the highlights of Queensland Derby 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 Kingsford Smith Cup winner, access the latest Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup coverage has everything you need.

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Kingsford Smith Cup Fast Facts

• Last mare to win the Kingsford Smith Cup: Joliestar (2025)
• Last three-year-old to win the Kingsford Smith Cup: Your Song (2013)
• Last filly to win the Kingsford Smith Cup: Sea Siren (2012)
• Last favourite to win the Kingsford Smith Cup: Joliestar ($2.40 in 2025)
• Last dual Kingsford Smith Cup winner: Falvelon (2000 & 2003)
• Notable Fact: In an attempt to lure the champion mare Black Caviar, the Kingsford Smith Cup was moved to Eagle Farm in 2013, but her retirement followed her victory in the TJ Smith Stakes.

2026 Kingsford Smith Cup Betting

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Kingsford Smith Cup Betting Info

Kingsford Smith Cup betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Eagle Farm, winter weight-for-age race at the TAB NZ.

We offer pre-nomination Kingsford Smith Cup betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Kingsford Smith Cup odds online.

All-In Kingsford Smith Cup betting markets are then available following the official Kingsford Smith Cup nominations taken on a Tuesday in early May.

Betting on the Kingsford Smith Cup field is available following final acceptances on the Tuesday of race week.

Betting on the Kingsford Smith Cup favours the locally trained champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Brisbane and interstate.

Kingsford Smith Cup race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winners who have an outstanding record in the event and the class four and five-year-old gallopers in the race who have a dominant recent record in the winter showdown.

Kingsford Smith 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 Eagle Farm track and the runners from the key stables who have dominated Kingsford Smith Cup race results.

The Kingsford Smith Cup is a weight-for-age event open to runners three and above.

Expert Tips on the 2026 Kingsford Smith Cup

Stay tuned for our expert tips and Kingsford Smith Cup betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Eagle Farm.

Kingsford Smith Cup Tips

Kingsford Smith Cup tips on which horse will win the next edition of Queensland’s 1300m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Eagle Farm race heats up.

Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup race tips it is important to consider factors including:

• What horses in the Kingsford Smith Cup field are proven over the 1,300m distance?
• Who the key Kingsford Smith Cup trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the field this year?
• Kingsford Smith Cup barrier statistics and where your betting selections are drawn.
• Kingsford Smith Cup horses that have a good past record at the track.

How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Kingsford Smith Cup race tip? The event itself takes just around 1 minute and 15 to 20 seconds for the competing horses to run the 1,300m trip depending on track conditions.

The official Kingsford Smith Cup winner and winning Kingsford Smith Cup trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish result.

Who holds the Kingsford Smith Cup race record? Since the race distance became 1300m, The Bostonian (2019) holds the current record winning in 1 minute 15.51 seconds.

What are the best Kingsford Smith Cup lead-up races to look at when placing a Kingsford Smith Cup bet?

There are a number of autumn and winter races Kingsford Smith Cup bound horses may contest in the lead-up including Sydney’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m) in early April, the Group 1 All Aged Stakes (1400m) held over further at Randwick later that month, and Brisbane’s opening Group 1 event the Doomben 10,000 (1200m) in mid-May.

Black Caviar (2011) was the last horse to complete the TJ Smith Stakes / Kingsford Smith Cup double.

Bentley Biscuit (2007) was the last horse to complete the All Aged Stakes / Kingsford Smith Cup double in the same year.

The Bostonian (2019) was the last horse to complete the Doomben 10,000 / Kingsford Smith Cup double in the same year.

New Zealand Bred Horses in the Kingsford Smith Cup

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 Kingsford Smith Cup winners in recent history.

Since 2000 there have been five Kingsford Smith Cup winners foaled in New Zealand with I Wish I Win (2024) the most recent.

Kingsford Smith Cup Tips for a Trifecta

Kingsford Smith Cup tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Kingsford Smith Cup results.

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

Placing a Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.

Avoiding the favourites in your Kingsford Smith Cup trifecta bets is a top tip as the favourites have a poor recent strike-rate.

Key Kingsford Smith Cup Statistics and Insights

Place an informed bet on this year’s Kingsford Smith Cup by considering the following key statistics and insights:

• Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Kingsford Smith Cup. Our Kingsford Smith 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. Kingsford Smith Cup race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
• Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from barriers 5-8 have historically shown a higher success rate in the Kingsford Smith Cup. 

2026 Kingsford Smith Cup Field

Nominations close: Tuesday May 5, 2026, at 11:00AM AEST

Weights declared by: Tuesday May 26, 2026, at 4:00PM AEST

Acceptances must be declared before: Tuesday May 26, 2026, at 9:00AM AEST

Riders must be declared before: Wednesday May 27, 2026, at 12:00PM AEST

Kingsford Smith Cup betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Brisbane’s Eagle Farm Racecourse on a Saturday in late May or early June annually.

Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup is one of Queensland’s most popular horse races and has been run and won since 1964 when Rashlore won the then J.T. Delaney Quality Handicap.

It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 60 years and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.

The Kingsford Smith Cup has been won by some of the most iconic sprinters in Australian racing history including a number of subsequent or reigning Stradbroke Handicap champions.

Notable champions include the legendary Black Caviar, who triumphed in 2011, maintaining her unbeaten record. Apache Cat, known for his distinctive white face, claimed victory in 2008. Falvelon is another standout, winning the race twice in 2000 and 2003.

More recent Kingsford Smith Cup winners like Think About It in 2023 and I Wish I Win in 2024 have continued the tradition of excellence, showcasing the race’s ongoing significance in the Australian racing calendar.

Winning the Kingsford Smith 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.

Now taking place at Eagle Farm Racecourse in Queensland on the east coast of Australia, the Kingsford Smith Cup is currently 1300m event.

Its inaugural name was the J.T. Delaney Quality Handicap, to honour J.T. Delaney, a long-serving committee member of the Brisbane Amateur Turf Club.

The race name has changed plenty over the event’s history, including most recently the BTC Cup (2004–2016), but became the Kingsford Smith Cup in 2017 after Australian aviator Charles Kingsford Smith.

That same year the race moved from sister track Doomben to Eagle Farm.

It has also undergone a number of distance changes after starting out at seven-furlongs (1400m). It was decreased to 1200m in 1973 and has been run and won over a variety of different distance since then but consistently over 1300m since 2019.

The Kingsford Smith was elevated to Group 1 status in 2006, the year Gee I Jane won.

Queensland Derby Day

Queensland Derby Day is one of the most prestigious events of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival, scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026, and held at Eagle Farm Racecourse. The day is headlined by two Group 1 races: the Queensland Derby and the Kingsford Smith Cup, making it a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the Stradbroke Handicap.

Queensland Derby Day Feature Race: 

• Group 1 $1,000,000 Kingsford Smith Cup (1300m) – Previously the BTC Cup
• Group 1 $1,000,000 Queensland Derby (2400m)
• Group 2 $1,000,000 BRC Sires’ Produce Stakes (1400m)
• Group 3 $300,000 Fred Best Classic (1400m)
• Group 3 $200,000 Premier’s Cup (2400m) – recently run as the Queen Elizabeth II Cup
• Group 3 $200,000 Lord Mayor’s Cup (1800m)

Queensland Derby Day is known for its high-stakes racing, fashion, and trackside entertainment. It draws a vibrant crowd of racing enthusiasts and socialites, with premium hospitality options, live music, and themed marquees enhancing the carnival atmosphere.

This raceday is a highlight of the Queensland racing calendar. The Queensland Derby has a rich history of producing future stars like Tulloch, Kingston Town, and Rough Habit, while the Kingsford Smith Cup serves as a key lead-up to the Stradbroke Handicap, Queensland’s most prestigious sprint. Together, these races showcase the best of Australian racing talent and set the stage for the carnival’s grand finale.

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

Where can you bet on the Kingsford Smith Cup?

The best place to bet on this year’s Kingsford Smith Cup race is through the TAB NZ online.

Kingsford Smith Cup Odds

Kingsford Smith Cup odds and online betting tips on the Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup odds?

For the latest odds and updates on the Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup

Want to know how to make a bet on the Kingsford Smith Cup? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Kingsford Smith Cup betting odds and options.

It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Kingsford Smith Cup online.

You can place a Kingsford Smith Cup bet online anytime markets are live.

There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Kingsford Smith Cup.

From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Kingsford Smith Cup is a race for everyone.

Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Kingsford Smith Cup race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the winter Eagle Farm racing, the Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup betting guide, Kingsford Smith Cup form guide and our expert Kingsford Smith Cup tips.

4. Choose a Kingsford Smith Cup bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or Kingsford Smith Cup Trifecta. There are many more Kingsford Smith Cup betting options available so make sure to check out our Kingsford Smith Cup betting markets.

5. Select the Kingsford Smith Cup horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Kingsford Smith Cup nominations or Kingsford Smith Cup field.

Kingsford Smith Cup Prize Money

The Kingsford Smith Cup prize money is set at A$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place. 

How much does the Kingsford Smith Cup winner get?

The winning Kingsford Smith Cup horse receives a total of A$600,000 in prize money.

See below for the official breakdown of Kingsford Smith Cup prizes on offer from the Kingsford Smith Cup winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup twice?

Two horses have won multiple editions of the Kingsford Smith Cup, most recently Falvelon in 2000 and 2003.

Multiple Kingsford Smith Cup winners: Buck’s Pride (1993-94), Falvelon (2000 & 2003).

What makes betting on the Kingsford Smith Cup so popular?

The fact that the Kingsford Smith Cup is one of the first Group 1 races at Eagle Farm 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 Kingsford Smith 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, it consistently attracts high-calibre sprinters from across Australia and New Zealand, promising a top-tier contest that appeals to serious punters.

These conditions ensure the best horses aren’t overly penalised, allowing punters to assess the true talent of the runners.

Run over 1300, it’s unique sprint distance that tests both speed and a touch of stamina, making it an intriguing event for punters.

With a substantial prize pool of $1,000,000, the Kingsford Smith Cup offers lucrative returns for connections and generates considerable betting turnover.

As a major Queensland Group 1 race, it garners significant local support while also attracting national attention from the racing and betting community.

For the best online betting on the Kingsford Smith Cup, consider tipping a horse to win both the Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup so special?

The Kingsford Smith Cup is held at Eagle Farm Racecourse which is home to some of the winter’s biggest events, making it a favourite destination for racegoers in Queensland.

It’s often held on a day featuring other major Group races, including the Queensland Derby, creating a bumper day of high-quality racing and betting opportunities.

It serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Kingsford Smith Cup winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.

The Kingsford Smith Cup serves as a crucial lead-up race to Queensland’s richest race, the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap, held a fortnight later. This provides valuable form lines and insights for punters looking towards the Stradbroke.

It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each winter.

The race has a history of attracting and producing high-class winners, including champions like Black Caviar, further enhancing its prestige and betting appeal.

Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 1300m winter event every season to see if their bets on the Kingsford Smith Cup race won!

The Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup champions.

What are the popular betting markets for the Kingsford Smith Cup?

When it comes to betting on the Kingsford Smith 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 fillies and mares have won the Kingsford Smith Cup?

Since the year 2000, just three female gallopers have won the Kingsford Smith Cup with the mare Black Caviar (2011), the filly Sea Siren (2012) and Joliestar (2025).

What age group has the best recent the Kingsford Smith Cup record?

Four-year-olds and five-year-olds have dominated the Kingsford Smith Cup results in recent years with nine from each age group saluting between 2000 and 2025, most recently I Wish I Win (5YO in 2024) and Joliestar (4YO in 2025).

The youngest recent Kingsford Smith Cup winner was Your Song who became the latest three-year-old to win in 2013.

The oldest recent Kingsford Smith Cup winner was Hot Snitzel who won as a six-year-old in 2015.

Between 2000 and 2025 the breakdown of Kingsford Smith Cup winners by age is as follows:

3YOs – 4 (latest Your Song in 2013)

4YOs – 9 (latest Joliestar in 2025)

5YOs – 9 (latest I Wish I Win in 2024)

6YOs – 3 (latest Hot Snitzel in 2015)

What races will runners out of the Kingsford Smith Cup target next?

Many runners out of the Kingsford Smith Cup will race on and target other Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival features including the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap (1400m) back at the track in mid-June and the Group 1 Tattersall’s Tiara (1400m) for fillies and mares at the end of June.

Think About It (2023) was the last horse to complete the Kingsford Smith Cup / Stradbroke Handicap double in the same year.

In 2024, Bella Nipotina ran second in both the Kingsford Smith Cup and Stradbroke before winning the Tattersall’s Tiara.

Kingsford Smith Cup Barriers

The Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup barrier draw?

Barrier 4 has produced four Kingsford Smith Cup winners between 2000 and 2025, most recently Apache Chase in 2022.

Barrier 13 is the widest gate to produce a Kingsford Smith Cup winner between 2000 and 2025, most recently Vega One in 2021.

Barrier 8 is the latest Kingsford Smith Cup barrier to produce back-to-back winners with Malaguerra (2016) and Clearly Innocent (2017).

Barrier 9 is the latest Kingsford Smith Cup winning barrier with Joliestar in 2025.

Breakdown of winning Kingsford Smith Cup barriers between 2000-25:

Barrier 1 – 2 (latest I Wish I Win in 2024)

Barrier 2 – 3 (latest Hot Snitzel in 2015)

Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Albert The Fat in 2010)

Barrier 4 – 4 (latest Apache Chase in 2022)

Barrier 5 – 3 (latest Your Song in 2013)

Barrier 6 – 2 (latest Duporth in 2009)

Barrier 7 – 2 (latest Think About It in 2023)

Barrier 8 – 2 (latest Clearly Innocent in 2017)

Barrier 9 – 2 (latest Joliestar in 2025)

Barrier 10 – 1 (latest Lord Essex in 2002)

Barrier 11 – 1 (latest The Bostonian in 2019)

Barrier 12 – 0

Barrier 13 – 2 (latest in Vega One in 2021)

Kingsford Smith Cup Form

We offer a complete Kingsford Smith Cup form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Kingsford Smith Cup field in addition to insider Kingsford Smith Cup racing tips and betting odds.

Our Kingsford Smith Cup form guides include:

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

How to Read the Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup race.

Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Kingsford Smith Cup as this can impact performance.

Kingsford Smith Cup Results

Kingsford Smith Cup results are known when the event takes place in late May or early June annually.

You can bet on the Kingsford Smith Cup race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Kingsford Smith Cup markets here at the TAB NZ.

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

Other Kingsford Smith Cup race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.

The complete Kingsford Smith 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 Kingsford Smith Cup results!

Kingsford Smith Cup exotic results show how all the exotic Kingsford Smith Cup bet types resulted like the Kingsford Smith Cup Quinella, Kingsford Smith Cup Exacta, Kingsford Smith Cup Trifecta, and Kingsford Smith Cup First Four.

Kingsford Smith Cup Jockeys

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

James McDonald is the latest Kingsford Smith Cup winning jockey having ridden Joliestar to victory in 2025.

Luke Nolen with Duporth (2009), Black Caviar (2011) and I Wish I Win (2024) is the most successful Kingsford Smith Cup jockey in recent history.

Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Kingsford Smith Cup horses this summer.

Kingsford Smith Cup Trainers

Since the year 2000, the equal most successful Kingsford Smith Cup trainers with two victories each are Peter Moody (2011 & 2024) and Danny Bougoure (2000 & 2003).

Chris Waller is the latest Kingsford Smith Cup winning trainer having prepared Joliestar to victory in 2025.

Kingsford Smith Cup Winners

Notable Kingsford Smith Cup winners throughout history include:

Eye Liner (1967): Eye Liner was a standout sprinter in the 1960s, winning the Kingsford Smith Cup (then known as the J.T. Delaney Quality Handicap) in 1967. Trained by Fred Best, Eye Liner was known for her speed and consistency, and her victory in this race was a highlight of her illustrious career.

Tontonan (1974): Tontonan claimed the Kingsford Smith Cup in 1974, adding to his impressive record that included wins in the Golden Slipper and the Doncaster Handicap. Trained by Bart Cummings, Tontonan was celebrated for his versatility and brilliance over various distances.

Strawberry Road (1983): Strawberry Road won the Kingsford Smith Cup in 1983, showcasing his exceptional talent. Trained by Doug Bougoure, he went on to achieve international success, including a victory in the Grosser Preis von Baden in Germany. His win in this race was a key moment in his rise to global stardom.

Buck’s Pride (1993 & 1994): Buck’s Pride is one of the few horses to have won the Kingsford Smith Cup twice, achieving back-to-back victories in 1993 and 1994. Trained by Bruce McLachlan, Buck’s Pride was known for his toughness and consistency, making him a fan favorite in Queensland.

Falvelon (2000 & 2003): Falvelon secured dual victories in the Kingsford Smith Cup in 2000 and 2003. Trained by Danny Bougoure, Falvelon was a top-class sprinter who also enjoyed international success, including wins in the Hong Kong Sprint. His victories in this race highlighted his dominance in the sprinting ranks.

Apache Cat (2008): Apache Cat won the Kingsford Smith Cup in 2008, adding to his impressive list of Group 1 victories. Trained by Greg Eurell, Apache Cat was known for his distinctive white face and exceptional sprinting ability. His win in this race was part of a stellar career that made him a crowd favourite.

Black Caviar (2011): Black Caviar is arguably the most famous winner of the Kingsford Smith Cup, claiming victory in 2011. Undefeated in her career, Black Caviar was trained by Peter Moody and ridden by Luke Nolen. Her dominance in the race was a testament to her extraordinary talent and speed, making her a legend in Australian horse racing. The Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning (1000m) sprint race at Flemington is named in her honour.

Sea Siren (2012): Sea Siren made history in 2012 as the first three-year-old filly to win the Kingsford Smith Cup. Trained by John O’Shea, Sea Siren’s victory was a testament to her speed and tenacity, marking her as one of the top sprinters of her generation.

Think About It (2023): Think About It won the Kingsford Smith Cup in 2023, continuing a meteoric rise through the ranks. Trained by Joe Pride, he went on to win the Stradbroke Handicap at his next start before claiming victory in the $20 million The Everest later that year, confirming his status as one of Australia’s elite sprinters.

I Wish I Win (2024): I Wish I Win triumphed in the Kingsford Smith Cup in 2024, trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman. This gelding’s victory was notable for turning the tables on Bella Nipotina after finishing second to her in the Doomben 10,000, showcasing his resilience and class.

Bet on the next Kingsford Smith Cup winner with our comprehensive Kingsford Smith Cup form guide and expert Kingsford Smith Cup tips at the TAB NZ!

Past Kingsford Smith Cup Results

Recent Kingsford Smith 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	JOLIESTAR (AUS) 4M ZOUSTAR (AUS) – JOLIE BAY (AUS) FASTNET ROCK (AUS)	JAMES MCDONALD	57.0	CHRIS WALLER	9
2024	I WISH I WIN (NZ) 5G SAVABEEL (AUS) – MAKE A WISH (NZ) PINS (AUS)	L NOLEN	59.0	PETER G MOODY & KATHERINE COLEMAN	1
2023	THINK ABOUT IT (AUS) 4G SO YOU THINK (NZ) – TIARE (AUS) FLYING SPUR (AUS)	SAM CLIPPERTON	59.0	JOSEPH PRIDE	7
2022	APACHE CHASE (AUS) 4G BETTER THAN READY (AUS) – SILKEN WHISPER (USA) DIESIS (GB)	J BYRNE	59.0	DESLEIGH FORSTER	4
2021	VEGA ONE (AUS) 5G LOPE DE VEGA (IRE) – ONE FUNNY HONEY (USA) DISTORTED HUMOR (USA)	JAMIE MELHAM	59.0	TONY GOLLAN	13
2019	THE BOSTONIAN (NZ) 4G JIMMY CHOUX (NZ) – KEEPA CHEVAL (NZ) KEEPER (AUS)	MICHAEL CAHILL	59.0	TONY PIKE	11
2018	IMPENDING (AUS) 4H LONHRO (AUS) – MNEMOSYNE (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS)	D J BROWNE	59.0	JAMES CUMMINGS	7
2017	CLEARLY INNOCENT (AUS) 5G NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) – NO PENALTY (NZ) ZABEEL (NZ)	HUGH BOWMAN	59.0	KRIS LEES	8
2016	MALAGUERRA (AUS) 4G MAGNUS (AUS) – TENNESSEE MORN (AUS) BLETCHINGLY (AUS)	G COLLESS	58.5	LEE & ANTHONY FREEDMAN	8
2015	HOT SNITZEL (AUS) 6G SNITZEL (AUS) – FLAMES OF PARIS (USA) BLUSHING GROOM (FR)	B SHINN	58.5	P & P SNOWDEN	2
2014	FAMOUS SEAMUS (NZ) 5G ELUSIVE CITY (USA) – CLINIQUE (NZ) DANCE FLOOR (USA)	R WIGGINS	58.5	NOEL MAYFIELD-SMITH	4
2013	YOUR SONG (AUS) 3C FASTNET ROCK (AUS) – ZEMBU (AUS) FUJI KISEKI (JPN)	P ROBL	57.0	ANTHONY CUMMINGS	5
2012	SEA SIREN (AUS) 3F FASTNET ROCK (AUS) – EXPRESS A SMILE (AUS) SUCCESS EXPRESS (USA)	J CASSIDY	55.0	JOHN O’SHEA	5
2011	BLACK CAVIAR (AUS) 4M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – HELSINGE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB)	L NOLEN	56.5	PETER G MOODY	4
2010	ALBERT THE FAT (AUS) 5G MAGIC ALBERT (AUS) – ALEMAR (AUS) BUREAUCRACY (NZ)	D J BROWNE	58.5	EDEN PETRIE	3
2009	DUPORTH (AUS) 3C RED RANSOM (USA) – STAGING (AUS) SUCCESS EXPRESS (USA)	L NOLEN	57.0	ANTHONY CUMMINGS	6
2008	APACHE CAT (AUS) 5G LION CAVERN (USA) – TENNESSEE BLAZE (AUS) WHISKEY ROAD (USA)	C W BROWN	58.5	GREG EURELL	4
2007	BENTLEY BISCUIT (AUS) 5G PEINTRE CELEBRE (USA) – TYCOON JOY (AUS) LAST TYCOON (IRE)	N RAWILLER	58.5	MS G WATERHOUSE	5
2006	GEE I JANE (NZ) 5M JAHAFIL (GB) – MISS DISTINCTION (NZ) BLETCHENCORE (AUS)	S SEAMER	55.0	N COUCHMAN	1
2005	SPARK OF LIFE (AUS) 4G NINE CARAT (USA) – SPARKLING BOUNTY (AUS) CELSIUS (AUS)	C MUNCE	57.5	ALLAN DENHAM	13
2004	THORN PARK (AUS) 4H SPINNING WORLD (USA) – JOY (AUS) BLUEBIRD (USA)	D NIKOLIC	57.5	R H THOMSEN	6

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