The 2026 Queen Of The Turf Stakes ran on Saturday April 11 at Randwick, Sydney, Australia and was won by Matthew Smith's progressive four-year-old Idle Flyer ($6).
| 8. Idle Flyer (4) J: Zac Lloyd 57kg 10x41T: Matthew Smith | ||
| 2. Lady Shenandoah (2) J: James McDonald 57kg 2x334T: Chris Waller | ||
| 3. Treasurethe Moment (3) J: Damian Lane 57kg 34x31T: Matt Laurie | ||
| 5. She's A Hustler (5) J: Jordan Childs 57kg 1121xT: Grahame Begg | ||
| 1. Pride Of Jenni (1) J: Declan Bates 57kg 18x32T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 6. Leica Lucy (8) J: Tommy Berry 57kg 2x566T: Chris Waller | ||
| 10. Pinito (10) J: Jason Collett 57kg 2x419T: Chris Waller | ||
| 13. Modella (9) J: Chad Schofield 57kg 8x516T: Lee & Cherie Curtis | ||
| 9. Melody Again (7) J: Winona Costin 57kg 38x34T: Scott Singleton | ||
| 7. Arctic Glamour (6) J: Tom Sherry 57kg 20x32T: Gerald Ryan & Sterling Alexiou | ||
| 12. Dark Glitter (11) J: Dylan Gibbons 57kg x4388T: Mick Van Gestel |
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Info
- 2026 Queen Of The Turf Stakes Date: Saturday the 11th of April 2026
- Track Location: Randwick Racecourse, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Distance: 1,600m
- Conditions: Weight-For-Age; Fillies & Mares - 3YOs & Upwards
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1972
- Reigning Queen Of The Turf Stakes Winner: Idle Flyer (2026)
Looking for the latest Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting odds, insider racing tips and form for the Randwick Group 1 race this April? The TAB NZ have all the best betting guides and statistics to make informed bets on the Queen Of The Turf race this autumn!
The Group 1 Queen Of The Turf Stakes is a popular WFA test for Australia’s top female racehorses. It is one of the most popular Group 1 races held each Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival and traditionally takes place Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse on the second Saturday in April as a highlight of Queen Elizabeth Stakes Day on Day 2 of the coveted The Championships conducted by the Australian Turf Club.
It is considered one of Australia’s premier mile races for fillies and mares and attracts some of the best female horses in the country with AU$1 million in prize money.
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Queen Of The Turf Stakes Fast Facts
- Last filly to win the Queen Of The Turf Stakes: Alizee (2018)
- Last dual Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner: More Joyous (2011-12)
- Last favourite to win the Queen Of The Turf Stakes: Fangirl ($1.60 in 2025)
- Notable Fact: Nimalee’s 2022 victory gave champion sire So You Think his third Group 1 win on Day 2 of The Championships that year!
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Queen Of The Turf Stakes Betting Info
Queen Of The Turf betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Randwick, autumn classic race for fillies and mares at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Queen Of The Turf Stakes odds online.
All-In Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting markets are then available following the official Queen Of The Turf Stakes nominations taken on a Tuesday in early February.
Betting on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes field is available following final acceptances on the Tuesday of race week.
Betting on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes favours the locally trained champion fillies and mares from the best Australian horse racing stables in Sydney and Melbourne.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winners who have an outstanding record in the event and the class four-year-olds mares in the race who have a dominant recent record in the race.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes race tips centre on the standout thoroughbreds in Australia and New Zealand that have good lead-up form in similar grade autumn events, horses with previous experience at the iconic Randwick track and the runners from the key stables including Chris Waller and Gai Waterhouse who have dominated recent Queen Of The Turf Stakes race results.
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes is a weight-for-age event open to fillies and mares aged three-years-old and above.
Expert Tips on the 2026 Queen Of The Turf Stakes
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 mile feature at Randwick.
| 3. Treasurethe Moment (3) J: Damian Lane 57kg 34×31T: Matt Laurie |
| 1. Pride Of Jenni (1) J: Declan Bates 57kg 18×32T: Ciaron Maher |
| 4. Lazzura (11) Scratched: | |||
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Tips
Queen Of The Turf Stakes tips on which horse will win the next edition of New South Wales’ 1600m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Randwick race heats up.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes field are proven over the 1,600m distance?
- Who the key Queen Of The Turf Stakes trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes field this year?
- Queen Of The Turf Stakes barrier statistics and where your Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting selections are drawn.
- Queen Of The Turf Stakes horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Queen Of The Turf Stakes race tip? The event itself takes around 1 and a half minutes for the competing horses to run the 1,600m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner and winning Queen Of The Turf Stakes trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish Queen Of The Turf Stakes result.
Who holds the Queen Of The Turf Stakes race record? Idle Flyer holds the current Queen Of The Turf Stakes record for her 2026 victory in 1 minute 33:81 seconds.
What are the best Queen Of The Turf Stakes lead-up races to look at when placing a Queen Of The Turf Stakes bet?
There are a number of earlier races Queen Of The Turf Stakes bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Group 1 Coolmore Classic (1500m) at Rosehill in mid-March.
Zougotcha (2024) was the last mare to complete the Coolmore Classic / Queen Of The Turf Stakes double in the same year
New Zealand-Bred Horses in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes
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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes winners in recent history.
Since 2000 there have been six Queen Of The Turf Stakes winners foaled in New Zealand with Atishu (2023) the most recent.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Tips for a Trifecta
Queen Of The Turf Stakes tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes results.
The horse to finish on top of the Queen Of The Turf Stakes trifecta is your Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Adding the favourite into your Queen Of The Turf Stakes trifecta bet is a top tip as the favourites have a strong recent strike-rate running in the money.
Key Queen Of The Turf Stakes Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Queen Of The Turf Stakes by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Queen Of The Turf Stakes. Our Queen Of The Turf 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. Queen Of The Turf Stakes race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Fillies and mares drawn between barriers 1-8 statistically have the best recent strike-rate in the event.
2026 Queen Of The Turf Stakes Field
Nominations close: Tuesday February 10, 2026, at 12:00PM AEDT
First acceptances close: Tuesday March 10, 2026, at 12:00PM AEDT
Weights declared by: Tuesday April 7, 2026, at 4:00PM AEDT
Acceptances must be declared before: Tuesday April 7, 2026, at 8:00AM AEDT
Riders must be declared before: Wednesday April 8, 2026, at 12:00PM AEDT
Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting takes place on the esteemed race which is held at Sydney’s Royal Randwick Racecourse on a Saturday in mid-April annually.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes odds are offered on the renowned Group 1 weight-for-age event, and the field attracts a host of quality female thoroughbreds many of which are coming off runs in the other Group 1 autumn majors.
The Group 1 Queen Of The Turf Stakes is fast becoming one of Australia’s most famous horse races for female horses and has been run and won since 1972 when Refulgence won.
The race was originally contested at Rosehill Gardens over 1500m before moving to join The Championships line-up of races at Royal Randwick and increased to 1600m in 2014. It also took place in 2008 at Canterbury Racecourse for one edition.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 50 years and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
Notable champions include the event’s sole two-time champion More Joyous, the Peter Moody trained Typhoon Tracy who achieved a memorable double by winning both the Myer Classic (now Empire Rose Stakes) and the Queen Of The Turf Stakes in 2010, that year’s Coolmore Classic winner Appearance, and Zougotcha who claimed the 2024 title.
Winning the Queen Of The Turf Stakes is a significant achievement in the racing community, and the event attracts lots of attention from punters both locally and internationally in New Zealand.
Recently known as The Coolmore Legacy Stakes, the event was elevated to Group 1 status in 2005 when Ike’s Dream saluted.
Queen Elizabeth Stakes Day
Queen Elizabeth Stakes Day at Royal Randwick is a highlight of the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival. This event is part of The Championships, specifically on Day 2, which will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The day features four Group 1 races, including the prestigious $5 million Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
In addition to the Queen Elizabeth Stakes, the day includes the Sydney Cup, Australian Oaks, and Queen of the Turf Stakes. The event offers a variety of experiences, from general admission to premium dining packages, ensuring a memorable day for all attendees.
Key Queen Elizabeth Stakes Day races:
- Queen Elizabeth Stakes (Group 1): The highlight of the day, with a prize pool of $5 million.
- Sydney Cup (Group 1): A prestigious staying race over 3200 metres, the same two-mile distance as Flemington’s Melbourne Cup on the first Tuesday of November.
- Australian Oaks (Group 1): A Group 1 race for three-year-old fillies over 2400 metres.
- Queen of the Turf Stakes (Group 1): A Group 1 race for fillies and mares over the famous Randwick mile.
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Where can you bet on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes?
The best place to bet on this year’s Queen Of The Turf Stakes race is through the TAB NZ online.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Odds
Queen Of The Turf Stakes odds and online betting tips on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained gallopers in the race and backing the star four-year-old mares in the mix who have a strong recent record in the event.
Where can I find the latest Queen Of The Turf Stakes odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes, 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes
Want to know how to make a bet on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes online.
You can place a Queen Of The Turf Stakes bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Queen Of The Turf Stakes is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Queen Of The Turf Stakes race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Randwick racing, the Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 in the autumn!
How to Bet on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes this year?
1. Log in or sign-up with TAB NZ.
2. Make a secure online deposit using one of the TAB NZ safe deposit methods.
3. Check out the Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting guide, Queen Of The Turf Stakes form guide and our expert Queen Of The Turf Stakes tips.
4. Choose a Queen Of The Turf Stakes bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the Queen Of The Turf Stakes Trifecta. There are many more Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting options available so make sure to check out our Queen Of The Turf Stakes betting markets.
5. Select the Queen Of The Turf Stakes horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Queen Of The Turf Stakes nominations or Queen Of The Turf Stakes field.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Prize Money
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes prize money is set at A$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place.
How much does the Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner get?
The winning Queen Of The Turf Stakes horse receives a total of A$580,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of Queen Of The Turf Stakes prizes on offer from the Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official Queen Of The Turf Stakes results.
First: A$580,000
Second: A$190,000
Third: A$96,000
Fourth: A$42,000
Fifth: A$21,000
Sixth – Eighth: A$10,000
Ninth – Tenth: A$8,000
How many horses have won the Queen Of The Turf Stakes twice?
Just one horse has won multiple editions of the Queen Of The Turf Stakes with More Joyous (2011 & 2012).
What makes betting on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes so popular?
The fact that the Queen Of The Turf Stakes is one of the standout Group 1 races for female gallopers run during the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival and one of the key April horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes is a hugely popular and lucrative race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.
The weight-for-age scale ensures that the best mares aren’t penalised for their past successes, leading to a fairer contest and making it easier for form followers to assess true ability.
Form from races like the Group 1 Coolmore Classic and the Group 2 Emancipation Stakes provides crucial insights into the leading contenders, allowing for informed betting decisions.
While favourites can perform well, the race has also seen its share of upsets in recent years, offering the potential for lucrative returns on longer-priced runners.
The Queen Of The Turf race often serves as a key lead-up to other major events including the spring features later in the year.
For the best online betting on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes, consider tipping a horse to win both the Queen Of The Turf 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes so special?
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes is held at Randwick Racecourse, known for its world-class facilities and for being home to some of the autumn’s biggest events, making it a favourite destination for racegoers in New South Wales.
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes is one of the headline acts on Day 2 of “The Championships,” a premier two-day racing carnival at Randwick.
This event brings together several high-profile Group 1 races, creating a buzz and drawing significant attention to all races on the card, including the Queen Of The Turf Stakes.
First run in 1972, the race has a rich history and has been won by many champion mares, adding to its allure for punters who appreciate the tradition of Australian racing.
It serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Queen Of The Turf Stakes winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.
It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each autumn.
Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 1600m autumn event every season to see if their bets on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes race won!
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes champions.
What are the popular betting markets for the Queen Of The Turf Stakes?
When it comes to betting on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes, 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 have won the Queen Of The Turf Stakes?
Since the year 2000, six three-year-old fillies have beaten home their older rivals in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes, most recently with Alizee in 2018.
What age group has the best recent Queen Of The Turf Stakes record?
Four-year-olds have dominated the Queen Of The Turf Stakes results in recent years with 12 saluting between 2000 and 2026, most recently Idle Flyer in 2026.
The youngest recent Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner was Alizee who was the last three-year-old filly to win back in 2018.
The oldest recent Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner was Nettoyer who won as a seven-year-old in 2021.
Between 2000 and 2026 the breakdown of Queen Of The Turf Stakes winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 6 (latest Alizee in 2018).
4YOs – 12 (latest Idle Flyer in 2026)
5YOs – 6 (latest Alizee in 2023)
6YOs – 2 (latest Fangirl in 2025)
7YOs – 1 (latest Nettoyer in 2021)
What races will runners out of the Queen Of The Turf Stakes target next?
While many fillies and mares head to the paddock to prepare for a spring returning following a run in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes, some may choose to race on and head to Adelaide to contest races like the Group 1 Robert Sangester Stakes (1200m) over less distance or the Group 1 Australasian Oaks (2000m) for the fillies over further.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Barriers
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes barrier draw?
Barrier 8 has produced seven Queen Of The Turf Stakes winners between 2000 and 2026, most recently Kenedna in 2019.
Barrier 15 is the widest gate to produce a Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner between 2000 and 2026, most recently Danglissa (2000).
Barrier 1 was the latest to produce back-to-back Queen Of The Turf Stakes winners with Alizee (2023) and Zougotcha (2024).
Barrier 4 is the latest Queen Of The Turf Stakes winning barrier with Idle Flyer in 2026.
Breakdown of winning Queen Of The Turf Stakes barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 4 (latest Zougotcha in 2024)
Barrier 2 – 3 (latest Nimalee in 2022)
Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Amanpour in 2015)
Barrier 4 – 1 (latest Idle Flyer in 2026)
Barrier 5 – 0
Barrier 6 – 2 (latest Fangirl in 2025)
Barrier 7 – 4 (latest Nettoyer in 2021)
Barrier 8 – 7 (latest Kenedna in 2019)
Barrier 9 – 1 (latest Hosannah in 2003)
Barrier 10 – 2 (latest Foxplay in 2017)
Barrier 11 – 1 (latest Sorrento in 2001)
Barrier 12 – 0
Barrier 13 – 0
Barrier 14 – 0
Barrier 15 – 1 (latest Danglissa in 2020)
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Form
We offer a complete Queen Of The Turf Stakes form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes field in addition to insider Queen Of The Turf Stakes racing tips and betting odds.
Our Queen Of The Turf Stakes form guides include:
- Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes or you are an expert Queen Of The Turf Stakes tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes.
How to Read the Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Queen Of The Turf Stakes as this can impact performance.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Results
The Queen Of The Turf Stakes results are known when the event takes place in April annually.
You can bet on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Queen Of The Turf Stakes markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes results entails picking the Queen Of The Turf Stakes winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Queen Of The Turf Stakes field with our Queen Of The Turf Stakes tips and form guide.
Other Queen Of The Turf Stakes race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes results!
Queen Of The Turf Stakes exotic results show how all the exotic Queen Of The Turf Stakes bet types resulted like the Queen Of The Turf Stakes Quinella, Queen Of The Turf Stakes Exacta, Queen Of The Turf Stakes Trifecta, and Queen Of The Turf Stakes First Four.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 Queen Of The Turf Stakes field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official Queen Of The Turf Stakes jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Zac Lloyd is the latest Queen Of The Turf Stakes winning jockey having ridden Idle Flyer to victory in 2026.
James McDonald on Zougotcha (2024) and Fangirl (2025) is the latest back-to-back Queen Of The Turf Stakes winning jockey.
Darren Beadman is the most successful Queen Of The Turf Stakes jockey throughout history with five winners, most recently Neroli in 2009.
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Queen Of The Turf Stakes horses this summer.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Trainers
The most successful trainer in Queen Of The Turf Stakes history is Gai Waterhouse with eight winners, most recently Con Te Partiro (2020) who she trained in partnership with Adrian Bott.
Chris Waller is the latest back-to-back Queen Of The Turf Stakes winning trainer with his three-peat with Atishu (2023), Zougotcha (2024), and Fangirl (2025). Waller also won with Foxplay (2017) giving him four wins in total.
Matthew Smith is the latest Queen Of The Turf Stakes winning trainer having prepared Idle Flyer to victory in 2026.
Queen Of The Turf Stakes Winners
Notable Queen Of The Turf Stakes winners throughout history include:
Refulgence (1972): The inaugural winner of the Queen Of The Turf Stakes, Refulgence set the stage for this prestigious race. Her victory marked the beginning of what would become a celebrated event in Australian horse racing.
More Joyous (2011, 2012): More Joyous is the only horse to have won the Queen Of The Turf Stakes twice. Trained by Gai Waterhouse, she was known for her exceptional speed and versatility, also claiming victories in the Doncaster Mile and the Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
Typhoon Tracy (2010): Typhoon Tracy’s win in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes was part of a stellar career that included multiple Group 1 victories, such as the C.F. Orr Stakes and the Futurity Stakes. Her dominance on the track made her a standout performer2.
Appearance (2013): Appearance’s victory in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes was one of four Group 1 wins in her career. Known for her consistency and strong finishes, she also claimed victories in the Myer Classic and the Canterbury Stakes.
Alizee (2018): Alizee’s win in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes was part of a successful career that included multiple Group 1 victories, such as the Flight Stakes and the Futurity Stakes. Her powerful performances and versatility made her a fan favourite.
Con Te Partiro (2020): An American-bred mare, Con Te Partiro’s win in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes was a highlight of her Australian racing career. Trained by Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott, she also won the Coolmore Classic, showcasing her adaptability and class.
Nimalee (2022): Nimalee’s victory in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes was a significant achievement for trainer Matthew Smith. Known for her strong on-speed runs, she powered away to score an upset win, adding to her impressive record.
Atishu (2023): Atishu’s win in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes was notable for her devastating late turn of foot. Trained by Chris Waller, she produced a consistent performance to secure victory, further establishing her reputation as a top-class mare.
Zougotcha (2024): Zougotcha’s victory in the Queen Of The Turf Stakes came off a lead-up win in the Coolmore Classic. Trained by Chris Waller, she narrowly defeated her stablemate Atishu, showcasing her form and resilience.
Fangirl (2025): Fangirl handed Chris Waller a third straight Queen Of The Turf win and fourth overall when she saluted for the punters in the 2025 edition on the back of a lead-up George Ryder second.
Bet on the next Queen Of The Turf Stakes winner with our comprehensive Queen Of The Turf Stakes form guide and expert Queen Of The Turf Stakes tips at the TAB NZ!
Past Queen Of The Turf Stakes Results
Recent Queen Of The Turf Stakes 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 | IDLE FLYER (AUS) 4M DUNDEEL (NZ) – PROGRESSIVE (AUS) STREET CRY (IRE) | ZAC LLOYD | 57.0 | MATTHEW SMITH | 4 |
| 2025 | FANGIRL (AUS) 6M SEBRING (AUS) – LITTLE SURFER GIRL (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) | JAMES MCDONALD | 57.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 6 |
| 2024 | ZOUGOTCHA (AUS) 4M ZOUSTAR (AUS) – FAST TALKER (AUS) FASTNET ROCK (AUS) | JAMES MCDONALD | 57.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 1 |
| 2023 | ATISHU (NZ) 5M SAVABEEL (AUS) – POSY (NZ) NO EXCUSE NEEDED (GB) | N RAWILLER | 57.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 1 |
| 2022 | NIMALEE (AUS) 5M SO YOU THINK (NZ) – DEZIGN (AUS) ZABEEL (NZ) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 57.0 | MATTHEW SMITH | 2 |
| 2021 | NETTOYER (AUS) 7M SEBRING (AUS) – CLEANUP (AUS) DEHERE (USA) | TOMMY BERRY | 57.0 | WENDY ROCHE | 7 |
| 2020 | CON TE PARTIRO (USA) 6M SCAT DADDY (USA) – TEMPLE STREET (USA) STREET CRY (IRE) | TIM CLARK | 57.0 | G WATERHOUSE & A BOTT | 7 |
| 2019 | KENEDNA (AUS) 5M NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) – MISS DODWELL (AUS) FALBRAV (IRE) | J ALLEN | 57.0 | C MAHER & D EUSTACE | 8 |
| 2018 | ALIZEE (AUS) 3F SEPOY (AUS) – ESSAOUIRA (AUS) EXCEED AND EXCEL (AUS) | G SCHOFIELD | 54.5 | JAMES CUMMINGS | 8 |
| 2017 | FOXPLAY (AUS) 3F FOXWEDGE (AUS) – BUTTERS (USA) EL PRADO (IRE) | K MCEVOY | 54.5 | CHRIS WALLER | 10 |
| 2016 | AZKADELLIA (NZ) 4M SHINKO KING (IRE) – RAVING (NZ) CENTAINE (AUS) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 57.0 | CIARON MAHER | 8 |
| 2015 | AMANPOUR (AUS) 4M NORTHERN METEOR (AUS) – NEWSCASTER (AUS) MARSCAY (AUS) | K MCEVOY | 57.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 3 |
| 2014 | DIAMOND DRILLE (AUS) 4M AL MAHER (AUS) – DAMZELLE PEDRILLE (AUS) ZOFFANY (USA) | TOMMY BERRY | 57.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 2 |
| 2013 | APPEARANCE (AUS) 4M COMMANDS (AUS) – DISGUISE (AUS) GRAND LODGE (USA) | K MCEVOY | 57.0 | G H WALTER | 6 |
| 2012 | MORE JOYOUS (NZ) 5M MORE THAN READY (USA) – SUNDAY JOY (AUS) SUNDAY SILENCE (USA) | N RAWILLER | 57.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 7 |
| 2011 | MORE JOYOUS (NZ) 4M MORE THAN READY (USA) – SUNDAY JOY (AUS) SUNDAY SILENCE (USA) | N RAWILLER | 57.0 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 2 |
| 2010 | TYPHOON TRACY (AUS) 4M RED RANSOM (USA) – TRACY’S ELEMENT (AUS) LAST TYCOON (IRE) | L NOLEN | 57.0 | PETER G MOODY | 8 |
| 2009 | NEROLI (AUS) 5M VISCOUNT (AUS) – DALQUARREN (AUS) CAN’T FIGHT FATE (AUS) | D BEADMAN | 57.0 | PETER SNOWDEN | 7 |
| 2008 | FORENSICS (AUS) 3F FLYING SPUR (AUS) – PROVE IT (AUS) DEHERE (USA) | D NIKOLIC | 54.0 | PETER SNOWDEN | 8 |
| 2007 | DIVINE MADONNA (AUS) 4M HURRICANE SKY (AUS) – MY MADONNA (AUS) PREGO (IRE) | G BOSS | 56.5 | MARK KAVANAGH | 8 |
| 2006 | MNEMOSYNE (AUS) 3F ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) – MY JULIET (AUS) CAN’T FIGHT FATE (AUS) | D BEADMAN | 53.0 | JOHN HAWKES | 10 |
| 2005 | IKE’S DREAM (AUS) 4M KING OF KINGS (IRE) – MRS. KAHN (AUS) VAIN (AUS) | D BEADMAN | 55.5 | JOHN HAWKES | 1 |
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