The 2026 Oakleigh Plate ran on Saturday February 21 at Caulfield, Melbourne, Australia, and was won first-up by the progressive Anthony & Sam Freedman-trained Tropicus ($7.50).
| 3. Tropicus (9) J: Craig Williams 58.5kg x126xT: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 1. Hedged (5) J: Harry Coffey 59kg 71013T: Gavin Bedggood | ||
| 13. Gallant Son (3) J: Luke Cartwright 52kg 24x11T: Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman | ||
| 2. Jedibeel (12) J: Damian Lane 58.5kg 8409xT: Brad Widdup | ||
| 14. Point Barrow (10) J: Jamie Melham 50kg 1311xT: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 8. Persian Spirit (8) J: Daniel Stackhouse 56kg 41213T: Symon Wilde | ||
| 9. Spywire (6) J: Jye Mcneil 56kg 13615T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 4. Way To The Stars (13) J: Ethan Brown 58kg 87x21T: Matthew Smith | ||
| 6. She's Bulletproof (4) J: Celine Gaudray 56.5kg 0103xT: Charlotte Littlefield | ||
| 11. Don't Hope Do (7) J: Teo Nugent 52.5kg 413x2T: Simon Zahra | ||
| 5. Oak Hill (11) J: Beau Mertens 57kg 02x21T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | ||
| 12. De Bergerac (2) J: Logan Bates 52kg 4512xT: Grahame Begg | ||
| 10. Geegees Mistruth (1) J: Michael Dee 54kg 022x3T: Mark Walker |
Oakleigh Plate Info
- 2026 Oakleigh Plate Date: Saturday the 21st of February 2026
- Track Location: Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Distance: 1,100m
- Conditions : Handicap
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $750,000
- First Run: 1884
- Reigning Oakleigh Plate Winner: Tropicus (2026)
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The Group 1 Oakleigh Plate is an early sprint test for Australia’s top short distance racehorses. It is one of the earlier Group 1 races held each Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival and takes place Melbourne’s Caulfield Racecourse on a Saturday in late February as one of the highlights of Blue Diamond Stakes Day conducted by the Melbourne Racing Club.
It is one of the key sprint races in the country.
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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 Australia and New Zealand, our comprehensive Oakleigh Plate coverage has everything you need.
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Oakleigh Plate Fast Facts
- Last mare to win the Oakleigh Plate: Marabi (2022)
- Last dual Oakleigh Plate winner: Dual Choice (1971-72)
- Notable Fact: The 2020 Oakleigh Plate was the first time in Australian racing history that two female jockeys ran the quinella in a Group 1 race with Linda Meech on the winner Pippie and Jamie Kah on runner-up Zoutori!
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Oakleigh Plate Betting Info
Oakleigh Plate betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Caulfield, autumn sprint race at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Oakleigh Plate betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Oakleigh Plate odds online.
All-In Oakleigh Plate betting markets are then available following the official Oakleigh Plate nominations taken the Monday of race week.
Betting on the Oakleigh Plate field is available following final acceptances on the Wednesday of race week.
Betting on the Oakleigh Plate favours the locally trained sprint champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Melbourne.
Oakleigh Plate race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winning sprinters who have an outstanding record in the event and those proven over the 1000m or 1100m lead-up events.
Oakleigh Plate race tips centre on progressive sprinters that have good lead-up form in similar grade autumn events, horses with previous experience at the Caulfield track and the runners from the key stables down under who have dominated Oakleigh Plate race results.
The Oakleigh Plate is a handicap event open to horses of all ages and genders.
The highest rated horse in the Oakleigh Plate field carries the topweight.
Oakleigh Plate betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Melbourne’s Caulfield Racecourse on a Saturday in late February annually.
Oakleigh Plate odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 handicap event, and the field attracts a host of quality sprinting thoroughbreds many of which are eyeing other Group 1 targets in the autumn majors including Flemington’s famous Newmarket Handicap.
The Group 1 Oakleigh Plate is one of Australia’s most popular early autumn horse races and has been run and won since 1884 when Malua became the inaugural champion of the event.
The Oakleigh Plate has twice been run outside of its traditional home at Caulfield when Flemington hosted the 1996 event due to reconstruction at Caulfield, and again in 2003 when conducted at Sandown.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 120 years and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
The race has seen many notable winners including the 1884 Melbourne Cup winner Malua, quality mare Wakeful, San Domenico, Zephyr, brilliant sprinter Schillaci who was also successful in the Newmarket Handicap, Placid Ark, Caulfield Guineas hero Weekend Hussler, Sheidel, and fellow mare Booker.
Winning the Oakleigh Plate is a significant achievement in the racing community, and the event attracts lots of attention from punters both locally and internationally in New Zealand.
Taking place at Melbourne’s Caulfield Racecourse in Victoria on the east coast of Australia, the Oakleigh Plate is a 1100m event and only the sharpest sprinters prevail over the short distance.
The Oakleigh Plate was elevated to Group 1 status in 1979 the year Mistress Anne won.
Expert Tips on the 2026 Oakleigh Plate
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Oakleigh Plate betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Caulfield.
| 14. Point Barrow (10) J: Jamie Melham 50kg 1311xT: Anthony & Sam Freedman |
| 13. Gallant Son (3) J: Luke Cartwright 52kg 24×11T: Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman |
| 5. Oak Hill (11) J: Beau Mertens 57kg 02×21T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes |
Oakleigh Plate Tips
Oakleigh Plate tips on which horse will win the next edition of Victoria’s sprint feature flood in as the countdown to the important Caulfield 1100m race heats up.
Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Oakleigh Plate field are proven over the distance?
- Who the key Oakleigh Plate trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the Oakleigh Plate field this year?
- Oakleigh Plate barrier statistics and where your Oakleigh Plate betting selections are drawn.
- Oakleigh Plate horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Oakleigh Plate race tip? The event itself takes just over 1 minute for the competing horses to run the 1,100m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Oakleigh Plate winner and winning Oakleigh Plate trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish Oakleigh Plate result like there was in 2021 when Celebrity Queen and Portland Sky dead-heated!
Who holds the Oakleigh Plate race record? The Oakleigh Plate race record is held by Snippets, who set the record time of 1 minute 01.54 seconds in 1988.
What are the best Oakleigh Plate lead-up races to look at when placing an Oakleigh Plate bet?
There are a number of earlier summer / autumn sprint races Oakleigh Plate bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Listed W.J. Adams Stakes (1000m) run at Caulfield in late January and the Group 2 Rubiton Stakes (1100m) at the same track at the start of February.
Australian-Bred Horses in the Oakleigh Plate
Betting on the Australian-bred horses in the field is popular with the race results showing the Aussie foaled sprinters have absolutely dominated the event.
Looking back over the Oakleigh Plate history and statistics shows that the sole Oakleigh Plate winner bred outside of Australia dating back to at least the year 2000 was Jimmysstar (NZ) in 2025.
Oakleigh Plate Tips for a Trifecta
Oakleigh Plate tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Oakleigh Plate results.
The horse to finish on top of the Oakleigh Plate trifecta is your Oakleigh Plate winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing an Oakleigh Plate trifecta exotic bet on the race is a great way to add to the thrill and potentially be rewarded with a generous pay-out.
An Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Adding the favourite into your Oakleigh Plate trifecta bet is a top tip as the favourites have a strong recent strike-rate running in the money.
Key Oakleigh Plate Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Oakleigh Plate by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Oakleigh Plate. Our Oakleigh Plate 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. Oakleigh Plate race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from wider barriers have historically shown a higher success rate in the Oakleigh Plate.
Blue Diamond Stakes Day
Blue Diamond Stakes Day at Caulfield, held in mid to late February, is one of the highlights of the Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival. This marquee event features a thrilling lineup of races, headlined by the prestigious Blue Diamond Stakes, a Group 1 race for two-year-olds over 1200 metres with a prize pool of AU$2 million.
In addition to the Blue Diamond Stakes, the day includes two other Group 1 races: the Oakleigh Plate, a sprint over 1100 metres, and the Futurity Stakes, a weight-for-age race over 1400 metre. These races attract top-tier horses, jockeys, and trainers, making for an exciting day of world-class competition.
The event also features several other Group races, contributing to a total prize pool of over AU$4 million.
Blue Diamond Stakes Day is recognised as the kickoff to Melbourne’s Autumn Carnival, offering a fantastic blend of high stakes racing and vibrant atmosphere.
Get the best Blue Diamond Stakes Day odds, racing stats, previews, form and insider tips on races like the Oakleigh Plate now at the TAB NZ!
2026 Oakleigh Plate Field
Nominations close: Mon 16-Feb-26 12:00PM AEDT
Weights declared by: Mon 16-Feb-26 4:00PM AEDT
Acceptances must be declared before: Wed 18-Feb-26 9:30AM AEDT
Riders must be declared before: Wed 18-Feb-26 1:00PM AEDT
Where can you bet on the Oakleigh Plate?
The best place to bet on this year’s Oakleigh Plate race is through the TAB NZ online.
Oakleigh Plate Odds
Oakleigh Plate odds and online betting tips on the Oakleigh Plate horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained sprinters in the race and backing any star four-year-olds and five-year-olds in the mix who have a great record in the event.
Where can I find the latest Oakleigh Plate odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Oakleigh Plate, 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 Oakleigh Plate
Want to know how to make a bet on the Oakleigh Plate? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Oakleigh Plate betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Oakleigh Plate online.
You can place an Oakleigh Plate bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Oakleigh Plate.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Oakleigh Plate is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Oakleigh Plate race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Caulfield racing, the Oakleigh Plate has it all!
This important autumn race showcases Australia’s finest thoroughbreds and attracts attention from all over the country and here in New Zealand as one of the best events early in the autumn!
How to Bet on the Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate betting guide, Oakleigh Plate form guide and our expert Oakleigh Plate tips.
4. Choose an Oakleigh Plate bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the Oakleigh Plate Trifecta. There are many more Oakleigh Plate betting options available so make sure to check out our Oakleigh Plate betting markets.
5. Select the Oakleigh Plate horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Oakleigh Plate nominations or Oakleigh Plate field.
What makes betting on the Oakleigh Plate so popular?
The fact that the Oakleigh Plate is one of the earlier Group 1 sprint races run during the Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival and one of the key February horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.
The Oakleigh Plate is a popular short-distance race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.
The race is known for its fast pace. This high-speed excitement makes it thrilling for spectators and punters!
The Oakleigh Plate often serves as a key lead-up race for other major events, providing valuable insights into the form and potential of the horses for future races.
As an open handicap race, the Oakleigh Plate attracts a diverse and competitive field of sprinters, making it challenging and engaging for punters to analyse and predict the Oakleigh Plate trifecta. The handicap conditions also level the playing field, offering strategic betting opportunities. Punters and form experts enjoy the challenge of assessing the impact of weight assignments on the performance of different horses.
For the best online betting on the Oakleigh Plate, consider tipping a horse to win both the Oakleigh Plate and another Group 1 sprint 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 Oakleigh Plate so special?
The Oakleigh Plate is one of Australia’s most famous and time-honoured sprint races, first run in 1884. Its long history and status as a Group 1 race add to its allure.
The Oakleigh Plate serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Oakleigh Plate winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.
It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each autumn.
Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 1100m autumn event every season to see if their bets on the Oakleigh Plate race won!
The Oakleigh Plate currently offers AU$750,000 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 Oakleigh Plate champions. With such a lucrative a prize pool, the race attracts top-tier sprinters from around the world, making it a highly competitive and exciting event.
What are the popular betting markets for the Oakleigh Plate?
When it comes to betting on the Oakleigh Plate, 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 Oakleigh Plate in recent years?
Since the year 2000, 10 editions of the Oakleigh Plate have been won by female sprinters with nine successful mares and one filly (Miss Kournikova in 2001). Marabi (2002) was the last Oakleigh Plate winning mare, while the year before Celebrity Queen dead-heated in the Oakleigh Plate with Portland Sky.
What age group has the best Oakleigh Plate record?
Five-year-olds have dominated the Oakleigh Plate results in recent years with 11 saluting between 2000 and 2026, most recently Jimmysstar in 2025.
The youngest recent Oakleigh Plate winner was Portland Sky who saluted as a three-year-old in 2021 when running a dead-heat with Celebrity Queen.
The oldest recent Oakleigh Plate winner was Flamberge who won as a six-year-old in 2016.
Between 2000 and 2026 the breakdown of Oakleigh Plate winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 6 (latest Portland Sky in a dead-heat in 2021)
4YOs – 9 (latest Tropicus in 2026)
5YOs – 11 (latest Jimmysstar in 2025)
6YOs – 2 (latest Flamberge in 2016)
What races will runners out of the Oakleigh Plate target next?
Following a run in the Oakleigh Plate many horses will target upcoming autumn sprint features including the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap (1200m) at Flemington in early March, Sydney’s Group 1 The Galaxy (1100m) at Rosehill later that month, the Group 1 William Reid Stakes (1200m) at The Valley, and Randwick’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m) held in Sydney in April during the iconic ‘The Championships’.
Lankan Rupee (2014) was the last horse to complete the Oakleigh Plate / Newmarket Handicap double in the same year.
Schillaci (1992) was the last horse to complete the Oakleigh Plate / The Galaxy double in the same year.
Flamberge (2016) was the last horse to complete the Oakleigh Plate / William Reid Stakes double in the same year.
Lankan Rupee (2014) was the last horse to complete the Oakleigh Plate / TJ Smith Stakes double in the same year.
Key targets for Oakleigh Plate graduates:
- Newmarket Handicap: Held at Flemington, this Group 1 race is a major target for sprinters and often features horses that performed well in the Oakleigh Plate.
- William Reid Stakes: Another Group 1 race, held at Moonee Valley, which attracts top sprinters looking to continue their success.
- The Galaxy: This Group 1 race at Rosehill Gardens is another popular target for Oakleigh Plate runners, offering a chance to compete against a strong field of sprinters.
Oakleigh Plate Barriers
The Oakleigh Plate barrier draw and allocated Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate barrier draw?
Barriers 14 has produced five Oakleigh Plate winners between 2000 and 2026 most recently Jimmysstar (2025).
Barrier 18 is the widest gate to produce an Oakleigh Plate winner between 2000 and 2026 with Swiss Ace (2009).
Barrier 14 was the last gate to produce back-to-back Oakleigh Plate winners with Booker (2019) and Pippie (2020).
Barrier 9 is the latest Oakleigh Plate winning barrier with Tropicus (2026).
Breakdown of winning Oakleigh Plate barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 1 (latest Reactive in 2004)
Barrier 2 – 2 (latest Queman in 2024)
Barrier 3 – 2 (latest Celebrity Queen in a dead-heat in 2021)
Barrier 4 – 1 (latest Snitzel in 2006)
Barrier 5 – 1 (latest Portland Sky in a dead-heat in 2021)
Barrier 6 – 3 (latest Starspangledbanner in 2010)
Barrier 7 – 1 (latest Lankan Rupee in 2014)
Barrier 8 – 1 (latest Woorim in 2012)
Barrier 9 – 2 (latest Tropicus in 2026)
Barrier 10 – 4 (latest Russian Revolution in 2018)
Barrier 11 – 1 (latest Mrs Onassis in 2013)
Barrier 12 – 0
Barrier 13 – 2 (latest Uncommon James in 2023)
Barrier 14 – 5 (latest Jimmysstar in 2025)
Barrier 15 – 1 (latest Flamberge in 2016)
Barrier 16 – 0
Barrier 17 – 0
Barrier 18 – 1 (latest Swiss Ace in 2009)
Oakleigh Plate Form
We offer a complete Oakleigh Plate form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Oakleigh Plate field in addition to insider Oakleigh Plate racing tips and betting odds.
Our Oakleigh Plate form guides include:
- Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate or you are an expert Oakleigh Plate tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Oakleigh Plate.
How to Read the Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Oakleigh Plate, as this can impact performance.
Oakleigh Plate Results
The Oakleigh Plate results are known when the event takes place in February annually.
You can bet on the Oakleigh Plate race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Oakleigh Plate markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Oakleigh Plate results entails picking the Oakleigh Plate winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Oakleigh Plate field with our Oakleigh Plate tips and form guide.
Other Oakleigh Plate race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Oakleigh Plate 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 Oakleigh Plate results!
Oakleigh Plate exotic results show how all the exotic Oakleigh Plate bet types resulted like the Oakleigh Plate Quinella, Oakleigh Plate Exacta, Oakleigh Plate Trifecta, and Oakleigh Plate First Four.
Oakleigh Plate Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Oakleigh Plate field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around Australia and New Zealand. Winning this important autumn race is a nice campaign goal for many of Australasia’s top riders looking to secure a Group 1 trophy during the carnival.
What jockeys are riding in the Oakleigh Plate field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official Oakleigh Plate jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Craig Williams is the latest Oakleigh Plate winning jockey having ridden Tropicus in 2026 for what was amazingly his first win in the event.
The most successful jockey in recent Oakleigh Plate history is Damien Oliver with three wins aboard Schillaci (1992), River Dove (2003), and Eagle Falls (2011).
Linda Meech is the latest female Oakleigh Plate winning jockey aboard Pippie in 2020 when, for the first time in Australian racing history, two female jockeys ran the quinella in a Group 1 race with Jamie Kah aboard the runner-up Zoutori.
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Oakleigh Plate horses this summer.
Oakleigh Plate Trainers
The most successful trainers in recent Oakleigh Plate history include David Hayes, Matthew Ellerton and Brian Mayfield-Smith who have all prepared two winners between 2000 and 2024.
Anthony & Sam Freedman are the latest Oakleigh Plate winning trainers having prepared Tropicus to victory in 2026.
Oakleigh Plate Winners
Notable Oakleigh Plate winners throughout history include:
Malua (1884): Malua is considered one of the most versatile Australian thoroughbred racehorses in history. He won major races over distances ranging from 5.5 furlongs to 3.25 miles. His notable victories include the Newmarket Handicap, Melbourne Cup, and the Grand National Hurdle. Malua was inducted into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame in 2003.
Wakeful (1901): Wakeful was one of the greatest mares in Australian racing history. She won 25 of her 44 starts, including the Newmarket Handicap, Doncaster Handicap, and Sydney Cup. Wakeful was inducted into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame in 2002, and the VRC Wakeful Stakes is named in her honour.
San Domenico (1949): San Domenico was a dominant sprinter, winning the Challenge Stakes twice, the George Main Stakes, and the Futurity Stakes. He raced for seven seasons, recording 25 wins from 5 furlongs to 1 mile. The San Domenico Stakes is named in his honour.
Power Duke (1960): Power Duke was a notable sprinter who won the 1960 Oakleigh Plate. Unfortunately, his career was cut short due to uncontrollable behaviour, leading to his euthanasia shortly after his Oakleigh Plate victory.
Dual Choice (1971 & 1972): Dual Choice was a champion mare who won the Oakleigh Plate twice. She also secured victories in the Lightning Stakes, Caulfield Guineas, and William Reid Stakes. Dual Choice was known for her exceptional speed and consistency.
Zephyr Bay (1975): Zephyr Bay was an outstanding sprinter, winning the Challenge Stakes, Expressway Stakes, and setting numerous course records. He was known as the “black flash” and held the 1000m Randwick course record for 35 years.
Placid Ark (1987): Placid Ark made history by winning the Lightning Stakes, Oakleigh Plate, and Newmarket Handicap in the same season. He also won the Canterbury Stakes, Moir Stakes, and Winterbottom Stakes. Placid Ark was co-winner of the Australian Champion Racehorse of the Year in 1987.
Schillaci (1992): Schillaci was an eight-time Group 1 winner, including the Lightning Stakes, Oakleigh Plate, Newmarket Handicap, and The Galaxy. He was known for his remarkable speed and consistency, earning over $2.3 million in prize money.
Weekend Hussler (2008): Weekend Hussler won six Group 1 races in a single season, equaling Kingston Town’s record. His victories include the Caulfield Guineas, Oakleigh Plate, Newmarket Handicap, Randwick Guineas, and George Ryder Stakes. He was named the Australian Champion Racehorse of the Year in 2008.
Starspangledbanner (2010): Starspangledbanner was an internationally successful sprinter, winning the Golden Jubilee Stakes and July Cup in the UK, as well as the Caulfield Guineas and Oakleigh Plate in Australia. He was named the Australian Champion Sprinter in 2009 and the European Champion Sprinter in 2010.
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Past Oakleigh Plate Results
Recent Oakleigh Plate winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2006 are detailed in the below table.
| Year | Winner – Age/Gender Breeding | Jockey | Weight (kgs) | Trainer/s | Barrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TROPICUS (AUS) 4H TOO DARN HOT (GB) – EXTENSIBLE (AUS) EXCEED AND EXCEL (AUS) | CRAIG WILLIAMS | 58.5 | ANTHONY & SAM FREEDMAN | 9 |
| 2025 | JIMMYSSTAR (NZ) 5G PER INCANTO (USA) – ANNIESSTAR (NZ) ZED (NZ) | ETHAN BROWN | 54.5 | CIARON MAHER | 14 |
| 2024 | QUEMAN (AUS) 5G MINT LANE (USA) – LANGREEN (AUS) CLANGALANG (AUS) | HARRY COFFEY | 52.0 | SHANE & CASSIE OXLADE | 2 |
| 2023 | UNCOMMON JAMES (AUS) 4G CABLE BAY (IRE) – PICKABEE (AUS) JET SPUR (AUS) | BEN THOMPSON | 53.5 | S O’DEA & M HOYSTED | 13 |
| 2022 | MARABI (AUS) 5M I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – NAKAAYA (AUS) TIGER HILL (IRE) | BEN ALLEN | 54.0 | C MAHER & D EUSTACE | 2 |
| 2021 (Dead Heat) | PORTLAND SKY (AUS) 3C DEEP FIELD (AUS) – SKY RUMBA (AUS) SHREWD RHYTHM (AUS) | TEODORE NUGENT | 50.0 | MATT LAURIE | 5 |
| 2021 (Dead Heat) | CELEBRITY QUEEN (AUS) 4M REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) – CELEBRITY MISS (AUS) MORE THAN READY (USA) | WILLIAM PIKE | 53.5 | G & A WILLIAMS | 3 |
| 2020 | PIPPIE (AUS) 4M WRITTEN TYCOON (AUS) – COUPE EXPRESS (AUS) NE COUPEZ PAS (USA) | LINDA MEECH | 52.0 | J & C MEAGHER | 14 |
| 2019 | BOOKER (AUS) 4M WRITTEN TYCOON (AUS) – NOONDIE (AUS) FLYING SPUR (AUS) | D YENDALL | 52.0 | MATHEW ELLERTON & SIMON ZAHRA | 14 |
| 2018 | RUSSIAN REVOLUTION (AUS) 4H SNITZEL (AUS) – BALLET D’AMOUR (USA) STRAVINSKY (USA) | M J ZAHRA | 56.5 | P & P SNOWDEN | 10 |
| 2017 | SHEIDEL (AUS) 5M HOLY ROMAN EMPEROR (IRE) – LAVENTOUR (AUS) METAL STORM (FR) | JOAO MOREIRA | 53.0 | D & B HAYES & T DABERNIG | 3 |
| 2016 | FLAMBERGE (AUS) 6G EXCEED AND EXCEL (AUS) – RAZOR BLADE (AUS) BLAZING SWORD (AUS) | DAMIAN LANE | 58.0 | PETER G MOODY | 15 |
| 2015 | SHAMAL WIND (AUS) 5M DUBAWI (IRE) – FIREMAID (USA) MACHIAVELLIAN (USA) | D DUNN | 54.0 | R W SMERDON | 14 |
| 2014 | LANKAN RUPEE (AUS) 4G REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) – ESTELLE COLLECTION (NZ) STRAVINSKY (USA) | C NEWITT | 56.0 | MICK PRICE | 7 |
| 2013 | MRS ONASSIS (AUS) 5M GENERAL NEDIYM (AUS) – MISS JAKEO (AUS) UNBRIDLED’S SONG (USA) | K MCEVOY | 52.5 | GERALD RYAN | 11 |
| 2012 | WOORIM (AUS) 6G SHOW A HEART (AUS) – WABBLE (AUS) CANADIAN SILVER (CAN) | D J BROWNE | 55.5 | ROBERT HEATHCOTE | 8 |
| 2011 | EAGLE FALLS (AUS) 5G HUSSONET (USA) – DESINA (AUS) DESERT KING (IRE) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 57.0 | D A HAYES | 9 |
| 2010 | STARSPANGLEDBANNER (AUS) 3C CHOISIR (AUS) – GOLD ANTHEM (AUS) MADE OF GOLD (USA) | D NIKOLIC | 52.0 | LEON CORSTENS | 6 |
| 2009 | SWISS ACE (AUS) 4H SECRET SAVINGS (USA) – RAPID SERVE (USA) CARSON CITY (USA) | K POPE | 54.0 | MICK MAIR | 18 |
| 2008 | WEEKEND HUSSLER (AUS) 3G HUSSONET (USA) – WEEKEND BEAUTY (AUS) HELISSIO (FR) | B RAWILLER | 53.0 | R S MCDONALD | 10 |
| 2007 | UNDUE (AUS) 5G COMMANDS (AUS) – INFLUENCE (AUS) BLETCHINGLY (AUS) | S W ARNOLD | 57.0 | SHANE CLARKE | 14 |
| 2006 | SNITZEL (AUS) 3C REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) – SNIPPETS’ LASS (AUS) SNIPPETS (AUS) | C NEWITT | 51.5 | GERALD RYAN | 4 |
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