The 2026 New Zealand Oaks ran on Saturday February 21 at Ellerslie, Auckland, and was won by the classy favourite Ohope Wins ($2.60F) who raced away late to salute by over two lengths!
| 1. Ohope Wins (14) J: Joe Doyle 56.5kg 55211T: Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott | ||
| 4. Autumn Glory (1) J: Wiremu Pinn 56.5kg 171T: Roger James & Robert Wellwood | ||
| 3. Single Red (2) J: Opie Bosson 56.5kg 4112T: Andrew Forsman | ||
| 6. Ariadne (5) J: Masa Hashizume 56.5kg 0132T: Roger James & Robert Wellwood | ||
| 12. Dux (6) J: Courtney Barnes 56.5kg 24X81T: Bill Thurlow and Sam O’Malley | ||
| 5. Ultimate Habit (10) J: Craig Grylls 56.5kg 4261T: Robbie Patterson | ||
| 16. Iffigive (7) J: Kate Hercock 56.5kg 42346T: Stephen Nickalls | ||
| 2. Tajana (13) J: George Rooke 56.5kg 13013T: Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray | ||
| 11. Fly Zenno (9) J: Matthew Cameron 56.5kg 08254T: Conor and Sarah Fahy | ||
| 13. Savina (16) J: Matt Cartwright 56.5kg 36771T: Stephen Marsh | ||
| 17. Unbounded (8) J: Elen Nicholas 56.5kg X3237T: Robbie Patterson | ||
| 10. Born To Be Royal (11) J: Ben Thompson 56.5kg 32310T: Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson | ||
| 15. Sweet Talkin Gal (3) J: Ryan Elliot 56.5kg 31507T: Hollie Wynyard | ||
| 9. Crimson Sky (15) J: Samantha Collett 56.5kg 6235T: Cody Cole | ||
| 7. Acer (17) J: Erin Leighton 56.5kg 44791T: Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott | ||
| 14. Savvy Donna (12) J: Rory Hutchings 56.5kg 40815T: Ray Fleming | ||
| 8. Clara Bow (4) J: Warren Kennedy 56.5kg 3423T: Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott |
New Zealand Oaks Info
- 2026 New Zealand Oaks Date: Saturday the 21st of February 2026
- Track Location: Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland, New Zealand
- Distance: 2,400m
- Conditions: 3YO Fillies - Set Weights
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (NZD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1969
- Reigning New Zealand Oaks Winner: Ohope Wins (2026)
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The Group 1 New Zealand Oaks is a crucial staying-distance test for New Zealand’s top three-year-old fillies. It is one of the most important Kiwi races held each autumn and is currently run at Auckland’s Ellerslie Racecourse on a Saturday in late February having been moved from its previous mid-March position on the NZ horse racing calendar ahead of the 2026 edition as the highlight of NZ Oaks Day.
It is one of the richest races in the country and runs alongside a host of other Group status New Zealand races including the Group 1 Otaki Maori WFA Classic.
The event is the fillies-only equivalent to the Group 1 New Zealand Derby (2400m) held at Ellerslie in early March on Champions Day.
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TAB NZ provides in-depth analysis, form guides, and betting insights to help you navigate the competitive field of autumn contenders.
Whether you’re a seasoned punter or new to betting on the horse races in New Zealand, our comprehensive New Zealand Oaks race coverage has everything you need.
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New Zealand Oaks Fast Facts
- Last New Zealand Oaks favourites to win: Leica Lucy ($1.30 in 2025) and Ohope Wins ($2.60 in 2026)
- Notable Fact: The New Zealand Oaks prize money was doubled to $1 million ahead of the 2025 edition!
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New Zealand Oaks Betting Info
New Zealand Oaks is open months ahead of the Group 1 Auckland, autumn race for three-year-old fillies at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination New Zealand Oaks betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures New Zealand Oaks odds online.
All-In New Zealand Oaks betting markets are then available following the official New Zealand Oaks nominations taken the December prior to the event.
Betting on the New Zealand Oaks field is available following final acceptances on the Wednesday of race week.
Betting on the New Zealand Oaks favours the locally trained champions from the best New Zealand horse racing stables.
New Zealand Oaks race betting traditionally focuses on the proven Group 1 winning fillies who have an outstanding record in the event and those proven over the 3yo staying feature races in New Zealand.
Expert Tips on the 2026 New Zealand Oaks
Stay tuned for our expert tips and New Zealand Oaks betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature in Auckland.
| 1. Ohope Wins (14) J: Joe Doyle 56.5kg 55211T: Lance O’Sullivan & Andrew Scott |
| 4. Autumn Glory (1) J: Wiremu Pinn 56.5kg 171T: Roger James & Robert Wellwood |
| 6. Ariadne (5) J: Masa Hashizume 56.5kg 0132T: Roger James & Robert Wellwood |
New Zealand Oaks Tips
New Zealand Oaks tips on which horse will win the next edition of the NZ Oaks flood in as the countdown to the important 2400m race heats up.
New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the New Zealand Oaks field are proven over the mile and a half distance?
- Who the key New Zealand Oaks trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the New Zealand Oaks field this year?
- New Zealand Oaks barrier statistics and where your New Zealand Oaks betting selections are drawn.
- New Zealand Oaks horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning New Zealand Oaks race tip? The event itself takes around over two and a half minutes for the competing horses to run the 2,400m trip depending on track conditions.
The official New Zealand Oaks winner and winning New Zealand Oaks trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish New Zealand Oaks result.
Who holds the New Zealand Oaks race record? The race record for the New Zealand Oaks was set in 1995 by Tartan Tights who won in a slick time of 2 minutes 26.26 seconds.
What are the best New Zealand Oaks lead-up races to look at when placing a NZ Oaks bet?
When considering bets for the New Zealand Oaks, it’s helpful to look at several key lead-up races. Some of the most influential races include the:
- Group 3 Desert Gold Stakes (1600m) at Wellington in late January,
- Restricted Listed Karaka Millions 3YO (1600m) run at Ellerslie at the end of January,
- Group 2 Fillies Classic (2000m) at Te Rapa in early February,
- Group 2 Lowland Stakes (2100m) at Hawke’s Bay in late February, and the
- Group 3 Sunline Vase (2100m) at Ellerslie in early March.
In 2025 star filly Leica Lucy won the Desert Gold Stakes / Lowland Stakes / Ellerslie Fillies Classic / NZ Oaks quartet.
Ohope Wins (2026) was the last to complete the Ellerslie Fillies Classic / New Zealand Oaks double.
These races often feature horses that go on to perform well in the New Zealand Oaks, making them valuable to watch for betting insights.
New Zealand-Bred Horses in the New Zealand Oaks
Betting on the New Zealand-bred horses in the field is extremely popular with the recent New Zealand Oaks race results showing the locally foaled fillies to have an outstanding record in the event.
Looking back over the New Zealand Oaks history and statistics shows that since the year 2000 only two New Zealand Oaks winners were not bred in New Zealand with Princess Coup (AUS) in 2007 and More Than Sacred (AUS) in 2013.
New Zealand Oaks Tips for a Trifecta
New Zealand Oaks tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the New Zealand Oaks results.
The horse to finish on top of the New Zealand Oaks trifecta is your New Zealand Oaks winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Laying the favourite to head the New Zealand Oaks trifecta is a top tip as the favourites have a poor recent strike-rate in the event.
Key New Zealand Oaks Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s New Zealand Oaks by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the New Zealand Oaks. Our New Zealand Oaks 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. New Zealand Oaks race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from barrier 10 or wider have historically shown a higher success rate in the New Zealand Oaks.
New Zealand Oaks race tips centre on proven stars that have good lead-up form in similar grade summer/autumn events, and fillies with previous experience at the track who have dominated recent New Zealand Oaks race results.
The New Zealand Oaks is a set weights event for fillies aged three-years-old.
New Zealand Oaks betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Auckland’s Ellerslie Racecourse on a Saturday as of 2026 having previously run at Trentham over the autumn racing carnival.
New Zealand Oaks odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 three-year-old fillies’ event, and the field attracts a host of quality young thoroughbreds many of which may be eyeing a trip across the Tasman to Australia for the autumn majors down under.
The Group 1 New Zealand Oaks is one of New Zealand’s most popular horse races and has been run and won since when 1969 Mayo Gold became the inaugural champion of the event.
The NZ Oaks was originally run at Riccarton up until 1972 when it moved to Trentham. It then moved to Ellerslie in 2026.
Now a 2400m (mile and a half) event, the Oaks race in New Zealand was run over 200m (one and a quarter miles) up until 1974 when known by its former race name – the Wellington Oaks.
It has been a key event in New Zealand’s racing calendar for over 50 years and continues to attract the best three-year-old fillies, jockeys and trainers from across the country and Australia.
The New Zealand Oaks has seen many notable winners including the inaugural winner Mayo Gold (1969), La Mer (1976) who was a standout filly with multiple major wins, Solveig (1985) who also won the Avondale Cup, Tycoon Lil (1998) who was a dominant force in New Zealand racing, subsequent star broodmare Savannah Success (1999), Princess Coup (2007) who would go on to run very well in a host of Australian elite level races, Bonneval (2017) who continued her success internationally, and Pennyweka (2023) who also won the Australian Oaks that year.
These champion fillies have not only dominated the New Zealand Okas but have also excelled on the international stage, cementing their legacy in the annals of horse racing.
Winning the New Zealand Oaks is a significant achievement in the racing community, and the event attracts lots of attention from punters both locally and internationally in Australia.
The New Zealand Oaks was elevated to Group 1 status in 1973.
The New Zealand Oaks is currently held on the same date Australia hosts the Group 1 Blue Diamond Stakes (1200m) at Caulfield in Melbourne.
New Zealand Oaks Day
New Zealand Oaks Day at Auckland is one of the most anticipated events on the New Zealand racing calendar.
Held at the prestigious Ellerslie Racecourse, this Group 1 race for three-year-old fillies and in 2026 runs earlier on the line-up in late February.
The day is filled with thrilling races, including the Group 1 Otaki Maori WFA Classic.
Key NZ Oaks Day Races:
- New Zealand Oaks: The feature race of the day, this Group 1 event for three-year-old fillies is run over 2400 meters and boasts a prize pool of $1 million as of 2025.
- Avondale Cup: An important 2400m staying showdown and one of New Zealand’s key 2400m lead‑ups to the Auckland Cup.
- Avondale Guineas: A pivotal three‑year‑old feature and a key lead‑up to the New Zealand Derby.
The atmosphere trackside on Oaks Day in NZ is electric, with racegoers enjoying world-class racing, fashion, and entertainment. It’s a day where the best fillies in the country compete for glory, making it a must-attend event for racing enthusiasts.
Get the best NZ Oaks Day at Auckland racing odds, racing stats, previews, form and insider tips on races like the New Zealand Oaks now at the TAB NZ!
Where can you bet on the New Zealand Oaks?
The best place to bet on this year’s New Zealand Oaks race is through the TAB NZ online.
New Zealand Oaks Odds
New Zealand Oaks odds and online betting tips on the New Zealand Oaks horse race in New Zealand are dominated by proven Group 1 fillies, the locally trained middle-distance gallopers in the race and those fillies drawn wide out in the field with plenty of recent winners from double-digit gates.
Where can I find the latest New Zealand Oaks odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks
Want to know how to make a bet on the New Zealand Oaks? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest New Zealand Oaks betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the New Zealand Oaks online.
You can place a New Zealand Oaks bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the New Zealand Oaks.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the New Zealand Oaks is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest New Zealand Oaks race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn racing, the New Zealand Oaks has it all!
This important autumn race showcases Australia’s young fillies and attracts attention from all over the country and over in Australia as one of the best events for three-year-old fillies in the autumn!
How to Bet on the New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks betting guide, New Zealand Oaks form guide and our expert New Zealand Oaks tips.
4. Choose a New Zealand Oaks bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the New Zealand Oaks Trifecta. There are many more New Zealand Oaks betting options available so make sure to check out our New Zealand Oaks betting markets.
5. Select the New Zealand Oaks horse you want to bet on from the early markets, New Zealand Oaks nominations or New Zealand Oaks field.
New Zealand Oaks Prize Money
The New Zealand Oaks prize money is set at NZ$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place.
How much does the New Zealand Oaks winner get?
The winning New Zealand Oaks filly receives a total of NZ$575,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of New Zealand Oaks prizes on offer from the New Zealand Oaks winner to the tenth filly to cross the finish line in the official New Zealand Oaks results.
First: NZ$575,000
Second: NZ$185,000
Third: NZ$90,000
Fourth: NZ50,000
Fifth: NZ$25,000
Sixth – Tenth: NZ$15,000
What makes betting on the New Zealand Oaks so popular?
The fact that the New Zealand Oaks is one of the premier Group 1 staying races for three-year-old fillies run during the New Zealand Autumn Racing Carnival and one of the key autumn horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.
The New Zealand Oaks is a popular race for the season’s best fillies that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.
The New Zealand Oaks often serves as a key lead-up race to other major events like the Group 1 Australasian Oaks (2000m) at Morphettville in South Australia in late April.
The race features some of the best three-year-olds in the country, making for a highly competitive and exciting betting market.
Success in the New Zealand Oaks often indicates strong potential for future races, adding an extra layer of strategy for bettors.
For the best online betting on the New Zealand Oaks, consider tipping a filly to win both the New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks so special?
The New Zealand Oaks is special as it is a prestigious Group 1 race specifically for three-year-old fillies, giving it classic status. This means it’s a key test of a filly’s staying ability and class at that age.
The 2400m distance makes it a true staying test. This distance is a significant challenge for young fillies and showcases those with true stamina.
Winning the New Zealand Oaks significantly enhances a filly’s breeding value. It’s a crucial race for breeders, as it can shape future bloodlines.
It’s a highlight of the New Zealand racing season, generating considerable excitement and national pride. It’s a focal point for the local racing industry.
The race allows for the observation of the best three-year-old fillies in New Zealand. It is a chance to see the stars of the future.
The New Zealand Oaks serves as a great guide historically to other important New Zealand and Australian Group 1 races so using the NZ Oaks winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.
It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each autumn.
New Zealand and international racing fans, including those in Australia, tune into the thrilling 2400m autumn event every season to see if their bets on the NZ Oaks race won!
The New Zealand Oaks currently offers NZ$1 million 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 New Zealand Oaks champions.
What races will runners out of the NZ Oaks target next?
Following a run in the New Zealand Oaks many three-year-old fillies will target upcoming autumn Group 1 features including the Group 1 Australian Oaks (2400m) at Randwick in Sydney in mid-April.
Pennyweka (2023) was the last filly to complete the New Zealand Oaks / Australian Oaks double.
New Zealand Oaks Barriers
The New Zealand Oaks barrier draw and allocated NZ Oaks 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 NZ Oaks barrier draw?
Barriers 1, 2, 12, 13 and 15 have all produced three New Zealand Oaks winners between 2000 and 2026, most recently Leica Lucy (barrier 1 in 2025), Sentimental Miss (barrier 2 in 2019), Amarelinha (barrier 12 in 2021), Boundless (barrier 13 in 2008), Fanatic (barrier 15 in 2016).
Barrier 18 is the widest gate to produce a New Zealand Oaks winner between 2000 and 2026 with Jennifer Eccles in 2020.
Barrier 13 was the last gate to produce back-to-back New Zealand Oaks winners with Princess Coup (2007) and Boundless (2008).
Barrier 14 is the latest New Zealand Oaks winning barrier with Ohope Wins (2026).
Breakdown of winning NZ Oaks barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 3 (latest Leica Lucy in 2025)
Barrier 2 – 3 (latest Sentimental Miss in 2019)
Barrier 3 – 2 (latest Belle En Rouge in 2022)
Barrier 4 – 2 (latest Pennyweka in 2023)
Barrier 5 – 1 (latest Wharite Princess in 2004)
Barrier 6 – 0
Barrier 7 – 1 (latest Pulchritudinous in 2024)
Barrier 8 – 1 (latest Jungle Rocket in 2009)
Barrier 9 – 0
Barrier 10 – 1 (latest Bonneval in 2017)
Barrier 11 – 0
Barrier 12 – 3 (latest Amarelinha in 2021)
Barrier 13 – 3 (latest Boundless in 2008)
Barrier 14 – 2 (latest Ohope Wins in 2026)
Barrier 15 – 3 (latest Fanatic in 2016)
Barrier 16 – 0
Barrier 17 – 0
Barrier 18 – 1 (latest Jennifer Eccles in 2020)
New Zealand Oaks Form
We offer a complete New Zealand Oaks form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the New Zealand Oaks field in addition to insider New Zealand Oaks racing tips and betting odds.
Our New Zealand Oaks form guides include:
- New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks or you are an expert New Zealand Oaks tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the New Zealand Oaks.
How to Read the New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the New Zealand Oaks, as this can impact performance.
New Zealand Oaks Results
The NZ Oaks results are known when the event takes place in February or March annually.
You can bet on the New Zealand Oaks race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures New Zealand Oaks markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the NZ Oaks results entails picking the New Zealand Oaks winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the New Zealand Oaks field with our New Zealand Oaks tips and form guide.
Other New Zealand Oaks race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete New Zealand Oaks 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 New Zealand Oaks results!
New Zealand Oaks exotic results show how all the exotic New Zealand Oaks bet types resulted like the New Zealand Oaks Quinella, New Zealand Oaks Exacta, New Zealand Oaks Trifecta, and New Zealand Oaks First Four.
New Zealand Oaks Jockeys
Securing a ride in the NZ Oaks field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around New Zealand and Australia. 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 NZ Oaks field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official New Zealand Oaks jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Joe Doyle is the latest New Zealand Oaks winning jockey having ridden Ohope Wins in 2026.
Chris Johnson is the latest back-to-back New Zealand Oaks winning jockey with victories on Sawatdee (1997) and Tycoon Lil (1998).
Lisa Allpress is the latest female jockey to ride a New Zealand Oaks winner with Sentimental Miss in 2019.
Chris Johnson and Opie Bosson are the equal most successful jockeys in New Zealand Oaks history with 5 wins each.
Chris Johnson has won the NZ Oaks on: Domino (1990), Tartan Tights (1995), Sawatdee (1997), Tycoon Lil (1998), and most recently Savvy Coup (2018).
Opie Bosson has won the NZ Oaks on: She’s Country (2000), Bramble Rose (2003), Princess Coup (2007), Keep The Peace (2010), and most recently Amarelinha (2021).
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the New Zealand Oaks horses this summer.
New Zealand Oaks Trainers
The most successful New Zealand Oaks trainers with three victories each are Murray Baker and Shaune Ritchie.
Murray Baker has won the New Zealand Oaks with: Let’s Sgor (1991), Staring (1992), and most recently Bonneval (2017) in partnership with Andrew Forsman.
Shaune Ritchie has won the New Zealand Oaks with: Keep The Peace (2010), Artistic (2012), and most recently Jennifer Eccles (2020).
Lance O’Sullivan & Andrew Scott are the latest New Zealand Oaks winning trainers having prepared Ohope Wins to victory in 2026.
Jamie Richards is the latest back-to-back New Zealand Oaks winning trainer with Jennifer Eccles (2020) and Amarelinha (2021).
Lisa Latta is the latest female trainer to prepare a New Zealand Oaks winner with Sentimental Miss (2019).
One of the most famous trainers to win the New Zealand Oaks was Sheila Laxon with Tapildo (2001). Laxon etched her name in racing history in 2001 by training Ethereal to victory in both the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups, a first for a female trainer. Continuing her success, she secured a second Melbourne Cup win in 2024 with Knight’s Choice, alongside her training partner and husband, John Symons.
New Zealand Oaks Winners
Notable New Zealand Oaks winners throughout history include:
Mayo Gold (1969): Mayo Gold was the inaugural winner of the New Zealand Oaks when it was first run at Riccarton. Her victory set the stage for the race’s future prestige and importance in New Zealand thoroughbred racing.
La Mer (1976): La Mer was a standout filly who not only won the New Zealand Oaks but also went on to have a successful racing career, including victories in the New Zealand 1000 Guineas and the New Zealand Derby.
Solveig (1985): Solveig was a remarkable filly who won the New Zealand Oaks and later achieved success in other major races, including the Avondale Cup and the Captain Cook Stakes.
Tycoon Lil (1998): Tycoon Lil was a dominant force in New Zealand racing, winning the New Zealand Oaks and other prestigious races such as the New Zealand 1000 Guineas and the Cambridge Stud Sir Tristram Fillies Classic. She is also famous for her brave 3rd to Might and Power in the 1998 Cox Plate.
Savannah Success (1999): Savannah Success was a highly successful filly who won the New Zealand Oaks and later became a notable broodmare, producing multiple Group 1 winners.
Princess Coup (2007): Princess Coup was a standout filly who won the New Zealand Oaks and went on to achieve significant success in Australia, including victories in the Kelt Capital Stakes and the Stoneybridge Stakes.
Bonneval (2017): Bonneval, a two-time New Zealand Horse of the Year, was an exceptional filly who won the New Zealand Oaks and continued her success in Australia, winning the Australian Oaks and the Underwood Stakes.
Pennyweka (2023): Pennyweka was a recent winner of the New Zealand Oaks who showcased her talent by also winning the Australian Oaks, highlighting the strength of New Zealand fillies on the international stage.
Leica Lucy (2025): Leica Lucy continued her incredible 3YO campaign with a strong win for the punters as the odds-on favourite in the NZ Oaks taking her record at the time to five wins on the trot having come via victories in the key lead-up races including the Ellerslie Fillies Classic. The smart daughter of Derryn went on to be exported down under and join the master stables of fellow Kiwi expat Chris Waller running competitively in Group 1 Australian events including the ATC Oaks (4th), Toorak Handicap (3rd) and Empire Rose Stakes (2nd).
Ohope Wins (2026): Classy Ocean Park filly Ohope Wins stamped her authority on the season’s three-year-old races in New Zealand with a commanding 2.24 length win for the punters in the NZ Oaks. The well-backed favourite overcame a wide alley (14) to race away late for a soft victory – her third on the trot – becoming the latest superstar filly to complete the Ellerslie Fillies Classic / NZ Oaks double.
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Past New Zealand Oaks Results
Recent New Zealand Oaks winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2005 are detailed in the below table.
| Year | Winner – Age/Gender Breeding | Jockey | Weight (kgs) | Trainer/s | Barrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | OHOPE WINS (NZ) 3F OCEAN PARK (NZ) – CHOUX MANIA (AUS) REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) | JOE DOYLE | 56.5 | LANCE O’SULLIVAN & ANDREW SCOTT | 14 |
| 2025 | LEICA LUCY (NZ) 3F DERRYN (AUS) – DYNAMITE LUCY (NZ) SIR PERCY (GB) | CRAIG GRYLLS | 56.5 | ROBBIE PATERSON | 1 |
| 2024 | PULCHRITUDINOUS (NZ) 3F WROTE (IRE) – SHOWUS (NZ) PENTIRE (GB) | WARREN KENNEDY | 56.5 | CHAD ORMSBY | 7 |
| 2023 | PENNYWEKA (NZ) 3F SATONO ALADDIN (JPN) – THREEPENCE (NZ) PENTIRE (GB) | RYAN ELLIOT | 56.5 | JAMES WALLACE | 4 |
| 2022 | BELLE EN ROUGE (NZ) 3F BURGUNDY (NZ) – CAVENDISH BELLE (NZ) THORN PARK (AUS) | J D LAKING | 56.5 | JAMIE RICHARDS | 3 |
| 2021 | AMARELINHA (NZ) 3F SAVABEEL (AUS) – HOPSCOTCH (NZ) O’REILLY (NZ) | O P BOSSON | 56.5 | JAMIE RICHARDS | 12 |
| 2020 | JENNIFER ECCLES (NZ) 3F RIP VAN WINKLE (IRE) – PLATINUM ELLE (NZ) ELNADIM (USA) | J L WADDELL | 56.5 | SHAUNE RITCHIE | 18 |
| 2019 | MISS SENTIMENTAL (NZ) 3F RELIABLE MAN (GB) – NOSTALGIC (AUS) QUEST FOR FAME (GB) | L J ALLPRESS | 56.5 | L LATTA | 2 |
| 2018 | SAVVY COUP (NZ) 3F SAVABEEL (AUS) – EUDORA (NZ) PINS (AUS) | C W JOHNSON | 56.5 | MICHAEL & MATTHEW PITMAN | 12 |
| 2017 | BONNEVAL (NZ) 3F MAKFI (GB) – IMPOSINGLY (AUS) ZABEEL (NZ) | M CAMERON | 56.5 | MURRAY BAKER & ANDREW FORSMAN | 10 |
| 2016 | FANATIC (NZ) 3F SHOCKING (AUS) – KOMPLETE KLASS (NZ) GROOM DANCER (USA) | M HILLS | 56.5 | GRAEME SANDERS | 15 |
| 2015 | SAVARIA (NZ) 3F SAVABEEL (AUS) – AMATHEA (NZ) O’REILLY (NZ) | H S TINSLEY | 56.5 | R BERGERSON | 1 |
| 2014 | MISS MOSSMAN (NZ) 3F MOSSMAN (AUS) – DANE PROMISE (AUS) DANEHILL (USA) | J PARKES | 56.5 | JOHN SARGENT & HAYDEN ALLEN | 4 |
| 2013 | MORE THAN SACRED (AUS) 3F MORE THAN READY (USA) – DANALAGA (AUS) DANEHILL (USA) | L G INNES | 56.5 | TONY PIKE & MARK DONOGHUE | 14 |
| 2012 | MISS ARTISTIC (NZ) 3F DARCI BRAHMA (NZ) – ARTLESS (AUS) DAHAR (USA) | M T COLEMAN | 56.5 | SHAUNE RITCHIE | 2 |
| 2011 | MIDNIGHT OIL (NZ) 3F KEEPER (AUS) – GILDED LIGHT (AUS) GILDED TIME (USA) | R J MYERS | 56.0 | P DUNCAN | 3 |
| 2010 | KEEP THE PEACE (NZ) 3F KEEPER (AUS) – PEACE OF MIND (NZ) WILD RAMPAGE (AUS) | O P BOSSON | 56.0 | SHAUNE RITCHIE | 15 |
| 2009 | JUNGLE ROCKET (NZ) 3F JUNGLE POCKET (JPN) – GU LI (NZ) LAST TYCOON (IRE) | JAMES MCDONALD | 56.0 | JEFF MCVEAN | 8 |
| 2008 | BOUNDLESS (NZ) 3F VAN NISTELROOY (USA) – NOTHING LESS (NZ) STAR WAY (GB) | H S TINSLEY | 56.0 | STEPHEN MCKEE | 13 |
| 2007 | PRINCESS COUP (AUS) 3F ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) – STONEYFELL ROAD (AUS) SOVEREIGN RED (NZ) | O P BOSSON | 56.0 | MARK WALKER | 13 |
| 2006 | LEGS (NZ) 3F PINS (AUS) – RIVER CENTURY (NZ) CENTAINE (AUS) | DAVID WALKER | 56.0 | KEVIN GRAY | 2 |
| 2005 | JUSTA TAD (NZ) 3F ISTIDAAD (USA) – INFINITY (NZ) MARKELLA (FR) | V A COLGAN | 56.0 | RUDY LIEFTING | 13 |
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