The 2026 Robert Sangster Stakes ran on Saturday April 25 at Morphettville, Adelaide, Australia and was won in a thrilling photo finish by 30/1 roughie Geegees Mistruth!
| 12. Geegees Mistruth (5) J: Jordan Childs 56.5kg x3072T: Mark Walker | ||
| 6. Bridal Waltz (8) J: Ben Melham 56.5kg 23x17T: Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman | ||
| 2. Charm Stone (12) J: Mark Zahra 56.5kg x16x4T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | ||
| 7. Flying For Fun (9) J: Zac Lloyd 56.5kg 71x19T: Bryce Heys | ||
| 17. Point Barrow (13) J: Daniel Stackhouse 54.5kg 11x51T: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 3. Generosity (1) J: James McDonald 56.5kg 37x15T: Chris Waller | ||
| 16. My Gladiola (6) J: Jamie Mott 54.5kg 3x204T: John Mcardle | ||
| 5. Super Smink (7) J: Craig Williams 56.5kg 105x1T: Daniel Morton | ||
| 14. Bossy Benita (10) J: Billy Egan 56.5kg x3146T: Michael Mehegan | ||
| 4. Benedetta (3) J: Jamie Melham 56.5kg 8x368T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 11. Ameena (4) J: Todd Pannell 56.5kg 5580xT: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 9. Stretan Angel (2) J: Lachlan Neindorf 56.5kg 190x3T: Phillip Stokes | ||
| 1. Skybird (11) J: John Allen 56.5kg 69x53T: Mitchell Freedman |
Robert Sangster Stakes Info
- 2026 Robert Sangster Stakes Date: Saturday the 25th of April 2026
- Track Location: Morphettville Racecourse, Morphettville, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
- Distance: 1,200m
- Conditions: Weight-for-Age; Fillies & Mares
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1983
- Reigning Robert Sangster Stakes Winner: Geegees Mistruth (2026)
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The Group 1 Robert Sangster Stakes is a popular weight-for-age test for Australia’s top fillies and mares. It is one of the most popular Group 1 races held during the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival and traditionally takes place at Morphettville Racecourse in late April or early May as the highlight of Robert Sangster Stakes Day conducted by the South Australian Jockey Club (SAJC).
It is considered one of Australia’s leading weight-for-age races for female gallopers and attracts some of the best sprinters in the country with AU$1 million in prize money.
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Robert Sangster Stakes Fast Facts
- Last filly to win the Robert Sangster Stakes: Ruthless Dame (2023)
- Last favourite to win the Robert Sangster Stakes: Black Caviar (2012)
- Notable Fact: Trainer Lee Freedman won the first three runnings of the race at Group 1 level!
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Robert Sangster Stakes Betting Info
Robert Sangster Stakes betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Morphettville, autumn race at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Robert Sangster Stakes betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Robert Sangster Stakes odds online.
All-In Robert Sangster Stakes betting markets are then available following the official Robert Sangster nominations taken on the Thursday prior to the event.
Betting on the Robert Sangster Stakes field is available following final acceptances on the Tuesday of race week.
Betting on the Robert Sangster Stakes favours the locally trained champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Adelaide and interstate.
Robert Sangster Stakes race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winning mares who have an outstanding record in the event and the class four-year-olds in the race who have a dominant recent record in the end of autumn showdown.
Robert Sangster Stakes race tips centre on the standout WFA champion thoroughbreds in Australia and New Zealand that have good lead-up form in similar grade autumn events, horses with previous experience at the Morphettville track and the runners from the key stables who have dominated Robert Sangster race results.
The Robert Sangster Stakes is a weight-for-age event open to fillies and mares.
Expert Tips on the 2026 Robert Sangster Stakes
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Robert Sangster Stakes betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Morphettville.
| 17. Point Barrow (13) J: Daniel Stackhouse 54.5kg 11×51T: Anthony & Sam Freedman |
| 1. Skybird (11) J: John Allen 56.5kg 69×53T: Mitchell Freedman |
| 5. Super Smink (7) J: Craig Williams 56.5kg 105×1T: Daniel Morton |
Robert Sangster Stakes Tips
Robert Sangster Stakes tips on which horse will win the next edition of South Australia’s 1200m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Morphettville race heats up.
Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Robert Sangster Stakes field are proven over the 1,200m distance?
- Who the key Robert Sangster Stakes trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the Robert Sangster Stakes field this year?
- Robert Sangster Stakes barrier statistics and where your Robert Sangster Stakes betting selections are drawn.
- Robert Sangster Stakes horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Robert Sangster Stakes race tip? The event itself takes around 1 minute and 10 seconds for the competing horses to run the 1,200m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Robert Sangster Stakes winner and winning Robert Sangster Stakes trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish Robert Sangster Stakes result.
Who holds the Robert Sangster Stakes race record? Dantelah holds the current 1200m Robert Sangster Stakes record winning in 1999 in a time of 1 minute 07:92 seconds.
What are the best Robert Sangster Stakes lead-up races to look at when placing a Robert Sangster Stakes bet?
There are a number of autumn races Robert Sangster Stakes bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Group 3 RN Irwin Stakes (1100m) at the track a fortnight before. Earlier, fillies and mares may contest the Sydney and Melbourne autumn features including the fillies’ only Group 1 Surround Stakes (1400m), Group 1 Newmarket Handicap (1200m) at Flemington, and Randwick’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m).
New Zealand-Bred Horses in the Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes winners in recent history.
Since 2000 there have been four Robert Sangster Stakes winners foaled in New Zealand with Ruthless Dame (2023) and Climbing Star (2024) the most recent.
Robert Sangster Stakes Tips for a Trifecta
Robert Sangster Stakes tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Robert Sangster Stakes results.
The horse to finish on top of the Robert Sangster Stakes trifecta is your Robert Sangster Stakes winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Avoiding the favourite in your Robert Sangster Stakes trifecta bets is a top tip as the favourites have a poor recent strike-rate.
Key Robert Sangster Stakes Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Robert Sangster Stakes by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Robert Sangster Stakes. Our Robert Sangster Stakes 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. Robert Sangster Stakes race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from double-digit barriers have historically shown a higher success rate in the Robert Sangster Stakes.
2026 Robert Sangster Stakes Field
Nominations close: Thursday April 16, 2026, at 12:00PM AEST
Weights declared by: Tuesday April 21, 2026, at 4:30PM AEST
Acceptances must be declared before: Tuesday April 21, 2026, at 9:00AM AEST
Riders must be declared before: Wednesday April 22, 2026, at 12:30PM AEST
Robert Sangster Stakes betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Adelaide’s Morphettville Racecourse on a Saturday in late April or early May annually.
Robert Sangster Stakes odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 WFA event, and the field attracts a host of quality fillies and mares many of which are coming off runs in the other Group 1 autumn majors.
The Group 1 Robert Sangster Stakes is one of South Australia’s most popular horse races and has been run and won since 1983 when Ranee’s Palace won the then Swettenham Stud Stakes.
The race was known as the Swettenham Stud Stakes from its inauguration up until 2004. It was renamed the Robert Sangster Stakes ahead of the 2005 edition in honour of prolific owner and breeder Robert Sangster who passed away in 2004.
It has been known under a variety of different race names subsequently due to sponsorship including the Sportingbet Classic (2010-14), William Hill Classic (2015), Ubet Classic (2016-18), and most recently the TAB Classic since 2019.
Now held in autumn, this race was previously run in February until the South Australian Jockey Club (SAJC) rescheduled the Adelaide Cup Carnival.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 40 years and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
The event boasts a winner’s list peppered with exceptional talent, including the undefeated superstar Black Caviar, whose dominant victory in 2012 remains iconic. Other notable champions include the brilliant Alinghi, who won in 2005, and the consistent Shoals, who triumphed in 2018, showcasing the race’s ability to attract and crown elite female sprinters in Australian racing history.
Winning the Robert Sangster 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.
Taking place at Morphettville Racecourse in South Australia, the Robert Sangster Stakes is a 1200m event.
For one year in 2002 it took place at Cheltenham Park over a slightly increased distance of 1250m.
The Robert Sangster Stakes was elevated to Group 1 status in 2005, the year Alinghi won.
Robert Sangster Stakes Day
Robert Sangster Stakes Day is a highlight of the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival, held annually at Morphettville Racecourse in South Australia, typically in late April.
The event features the prestigious Group 1 Robert Sangster Stakes, also known as the TAB Classic, a weight-for-age race for fillies and mares over 1200 meters, with a prize pool of $1,000,000.
First run in 1983 and renamed in 2005 to honor the prolific owner and breeder Robert Sangster, the race has grown in prestige and is now one of only four Group 1 races in South Australia.
Notable winners include Dantelah, who set a race record in 1999, the undefeated champion Black Caviar in 2012, and Ruthless Dame in 2023.
The day also features other significant races, including the Australasian Oaks, making it one of South Australia’s richest days of racing.
The 2026 event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Key Robert Sangster Stakes Day races:
- Group 1 $1,000,000 Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m)
- Group 1 $1,000,000 Australasian Oaks (2000m)
- Group 2 $250,000 Tobin Bronze Stakes (1200m) – formerly known as the Euclase Stakes
- Group 2 $250,000 Queen Of The South Stakes (1600m)
- Group 3 $150,000 DC McKay Stakes (1100m) – now run as the John Hawkes Stakes
- Group 3 $150,000 Breeders’ Stakes (1200m)
- Group 3 $150,000 Chairman’s Stakes (2000m)
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Where can you bet on the Robert Sangster Stakes?
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Robert Sangster Stakes Odds
Robert Sangster Stakes odds and online betting tips on the Robert Sangster Stakes horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained gallopers in the race and backing the wider-drawn runners in the mix who have a strong recent record in the event.
Where can I find the latest Robert Sangster Stakes odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes
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It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Robert Sangster Stakes online.
You can place a Robert Sangster Stakes bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Robert Sangster Stakes.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Robert Sangster Stakes is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Robert Sangster Stakes race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Morphettville racing, the Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes this year?
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3. Check out the Robert Sangster Stakes betting guide, Robert Sangster Stakes form guide and our expert Robert Sangster Stakes tips.
4. Choose a Robert Sangster Stakes bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the Robert Sangster Stakes Trifecta. There are many more Robert Sangster Stakes betting options available so make sure to check out our Robert Sangster Stakes betting markets.
5. Select the Robert Sangster Stakes horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Robert Sangster Stakes nominations or Robert Sangster Stakes field.
Robert Sangster Stakes Prize Money
The Robert Sangster Stakes prize money is set at A$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place.
How much does the Robert Sangster Stakes winner get?
The winning Robert Sangster Stakes horse receives a total of A$547,250 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of Robert Sangster Stakes prizes on offer from the Robert Sangster Stakes winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official Robert Sangster Stakes results.
First: A$547,250
Second: A$177,000
Third: A$88,250
Fourth: A$50,000
Fifth: A$37,500
Sixth – Tenth: A$20,000
How many horses have won the Robert Sangster Stakes twice?
To date, no horse has won multiple editions of the Robert Sangster Stakes.
Multiple Robert Sangster Stakes winners: None.
What makes betting on the Robert Sangster Stakes so popular?
The fact that the Robert Sangster Stakes is one of the standout Group 1 races for fillies and mares run during the Adelaide 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 Robert Sangster 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.
As a Group 1 race, it attracts the highest caliber of fillies and mares from across Australia, leading to competitive fields and increased betting interest.
The significant $1 million prize pool elevates the race’s prestige and draws greater attention from both punters and the racing media.
The weight-for-age conditions provide a fairer contest among the runners based on age and sex, allowing punters to focus more on pure talent and form.
It often serves as a crucial lead-up to other significant races like The Goodwood, providing form indicators for future events.
For the best online betting on the Robert Sangster Stakes, consider tipping a horse to win both the Robert Sangster Stakes 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 Robert Sangster Stakes so special?
The Robert Sangster Stakes is held at Morphettville Racecourse which is home to some of the autumn’s biggest events, making it a favourite destination for racegoers in South Australia.
As a well-established feature of the Adelaide Autumn Racing Carnival, the race has built a strong history and following over the years.
It serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Robert Sangster 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 1200m autumn event every season to see if their bets on the Robert Sangster Stakes race won!
The Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes champions.
What are the popular betting markets for the Robert Sangster Stakes?
When it comes to betting on the Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes?
Since the year 2000, seven three-year-old fillies have won the Robert Sangster Stakes with Ruthless Dame (2023) the latest.
What age group has the best recent Robert Sangster Stakes record?
Four-year-olds have dominated the Robert Sangster Stakes results in recent years 14 with saluting between 2000 and 2026, most recently Geegees Mistruth in 2026.
The youngest recent Robert Sangster Stakes winner was Ruthless Dame who became the latest three-year-old to win in 2023.
The oldest recent Robert Sangster Stakes winner was Precious Gem who saluted as a six-year-old in 2016.
Between 2000 and 2026 the breakdown of Robert Sangster Stakes winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 7 (latest Ruthless Dame in 2023)
4YOs – 14 (latest Geegees Mistruth in 2026)
5YOs – 5 (latest Snapdancer in 2022)
6YOs – 1 (latest Precious Gem in 2016)
What races will runners out of the Robert Sangster Stakes target next?
Many fillies and mares out of the Robert Sangster will race on and target the upcoming Group 1 The Goodwood (1200m) at the same track and trip a fortnight later.
Black Caviar (2012) and Platelet (2013) are the latest runners to complete the Robert Sangster Stakes / The Goodwood double in the same year.
Robert Sangster Stakes Barriers
The Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes barrier draw?
Barriers 6 and 11 have both produced five Robert Sangster Stakes winners each between 2000 and 2026, most recently Instant Celebrity (barrier 6 in 2021) and Charm Stone (barrier 11 in 2025).
Barrier 16 is the widest gate to produce a Robert Sangster Stakes winner between 2000 and 2026, most recently Secret Agenda in 2017.
Barrier 6 was the latest to produce back-to-back Robert Sangster Stakes winners with Miracles Of Life (2015) and Precious Gem (2016).
Barrier 5 is the latest Robert Sangster Stakes winning barrier with Geegees Mistruth in 2026.
Breakdown of winning Robert Sangster Stakes barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 0
Barrier 2 – 0
Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Black Caviar in 2012)
Barrier 4 – 0
Barrier 5 – 2 (latest Geegees Mistruth in 2026)
Barrier 6 – 5 (latest Instant Celebrity in 2021)
Barrier 7 – 0
Barrier 8 – 0
Barrier 9 – 2 (latest Response in 2011)
Barrier 10 – 2 (latest Driefontein in 2014)
Barrier 11 – 5 (latest Charm Stone in 2025)
Barrier 12 – 1 (latest Ruthless Dame in 2023)
Barrier 13 – 4 (latest Spright in 2019)
Barrier 14 – 2 (latest Climbing Star in 2024)
Barrier 15 – 2 (latest Snapdancer in 2022)
Barrier 16 – 1 (latest Secret Agenda in 2017)
Robert Sangster Stakes Form
We offer a complete Robert Sangster Stakes form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Robert Sangster Stakes field in addition to insider Robert Sangster Stakes racing tips and betting odds.
Our Robert Sangster Stakes form guides include:
- Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes or you are an expert Robert Sangster Stakes tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Robert Sangster Stakes.
How to Read the Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Robert Sangster Stakes as this can impact performance.
Robert Sangster Stakes Results
The Robert Sangster Stakes results are known when the event takes place in April annually.
You can bet on the Robert Sangster Stakes race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Robert Sangster Stakes markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Robert Sangster Stakes results entails picking the Robert Sangster Stakes winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Robert Sangster Stakes field with our Robert Sangster Stakes tips and form guide.
Other Robert Sangster Stakes race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes results!
Robert Sangster Stakes exotic results show how all the exotic Robert Sangster Stakes bet types resulted like the Robert Sangster Stakes Quinella, Robert Sangster Stakes Exacta, Robert Sangster Stakes Trifecta, and Robert Sangster Stakes First Four.
Robert Sangster Stakes Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Robert Sangster 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 Robert Sangster Stakes field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official Robert Sangster Stakes jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Jordan Childs is the latest Robert Sangster Stakes winning jockey having ridden Geegees Mistruth to victory in 2026.
Damien Oliver is most successful recent Robert Sangster Stakes jockey with three wins, most recently on Spright (2019).
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Robert Sangster Stakes horses this summer.
Robert Sangster Stakes Trainers
Mick Price is the most successful Robert Sangster Stakes trainer throughout history with five winners, the latest of which was Charm Stone (2025) in partnership with Michael Kent Jnr.
Mark Walker is the latest Robert Sangster Stakes winning trainer having prepared Geegees Mistruth to victory in 2026.
Robert Sangster Stakes Winners
Notable Robert Sangster Stakes winners throughout history include:
Dantelah (1999): Dantelah set a remarkable record in the 1999 Robert Sangster Stakes, completing the 1200m race in just 1 minute 7.9 seconds. This New Zealand-bred mare, trained by Jim Gibbs, was known for her exceptional speed and agility, making her victory a memorable one in the history of the race.
Alinghi (2005): Alinghi was a standout winner in 2005. Trained by Lee Freedman, this talented mare had already made a name for herself with multiple Group 1 victories. Her win in the Robert Sangster Stakes further cemented her status as one of Australia’s top sprinters, showcasing her powerful finishing burst.
Black Caviar (2012): Black Caviar is arguably the most famous winner of the Robert Sangster Stakes, claiming victory in 2012. Undefeated in her career, Black Caviar was trained by Peter Moody and ridden by Luke Nolen. Her dominance in the race was a testament to her extraordinary talent and speed, making her a legend in Australian horse racing.
Miracles Of Life (2015): Miracles Of Life, affectionately known as “Barbie,” won the Robert Sangster Stakes in 2015. Trained by Peter and Paul Snowden and ridden by Hugh Bowman, this small but mighty mare captured the hearts of racing fans with her tenacity and impressive performances on the track.
Shoals (2018): Shoals triumphed in the 2018 Robert Sangster Stakes. Trained by Anthony Freedman and ridden by Tim Clark, Shoals was known for her versatility and strong finishing ability. Her victory in this prestigious race added to her impressive record of Group 1 wins.
Snapdancer (2022): Snapdancer was the surprise winner of the 2022 Robert Sangster Stakes, securing victory at odds of $17. Trained by Ciaron Maher and David Eustace, and ridden by Ethan Brown, Snapdancer’s win was a testament to her resilience and the strategic planning of her connections.
Ruthless Dame (2023): Ruthless Dame claimed the 2023 Robert Sangster Stakes, showcasing her exceptional talent as a three-year-old filly. Trained by Ciaron Maher and David Eustace, and ridden by John Allen, Ruthless Dame’s victory was marked by her impressive speed and determination.
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Past Robert Sangster Stakes Results
Recent Robert Sangster 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 | GEEGEES MISTRUTH (AUS) 4M WORDSMITH (AUS) – MISS MANA (AUS) JETBALL (AUS) | JORDAN CHILDS | 56.5 | MARK WALKER | 5 |
| 2025 | CHARM STONE (AUS) 4M I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – NAJOOM (AUS) NORTHERN METEOR (AUS) | MARK ZAHRA | 56.5 | MICK PRICE & MICHAEL KENT JNR | 11 |
| 2024 | CLIMBING STAR (NZ) 4M ZOUSTAR (AUS) – BRYONY (AUS) FASTNET ROCK (AUS) | LACHLAN NEINDORF | 56.5 | PHILLIP STOKES | 14 |
| 2023 | RUTHLESS DAME (NZ) 3F TAVISTOCK (NZ) – RUTHLESS LADY (NZ) KEEPER (AUS) | J ALLEN | 55.0 | C MAHER & D EUSTACE | 12 |
| 2022 | SNAPDANCER (AUS) 5M CHOISIR (AUS) – SNAPDRAGON (IRE) GALILEO (IRE) | ETHAN BROWN | 56.5 | C MAHER & D EUSTACE | 15 |
| 2021 | INSTANT CELEBRITY (AUS) 3F NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) – CELEBRITY GIRL (AUS) STARCRAFT (NZ) | CRAIG WILLIAMS | 55.0 | PHILLIP STOKES | 6 |
| 2020 | BELLA VELLA (AUS) 5M COMMANDS (AUS) – FORGET THE WEATHER (USA) STORMY ATLANTIC (USA) | TODD PANNELL | 56.5 | WILL CLARKEN | 11 |
| 2019 | SPRIGHT (AUS) 5M HINCHINBROOK (AUS) – DASHOFF (AUS) DASH FOR CASH (AUS) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 56.5 | GARRY FRAZER | 13 |
| 2018 | SHOALS (AUS) 3F FASTNET ROCK (AUS) – THE BROKEN SHORE (AUS) HUSSONET (USA) | TIM CLARK | 55.0 | ANTHONY FREEDMAN | 15 |
| 2017 | SECRET AGENDA (AUS) 4M NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) – NEGOTIATE (AUS) RED RANSOM (USA) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 56.5 | MICK PRICE | 16 |
| 2016 | PRECIOUS GEM (AUS) 6M ECONSUL (NZ) – GEM OF GEMS (AUS) PEINTRE CELEBRE (USA) | J NOONAN | 56.5 | HENRY DWYER | 6 |
| 2015 | MIRACLES OF LIFE (AUS) 4M NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) – DAZZLING GAZELLE (AUS) MORE THAN READY (USA) | HUGH BOWMAN | 56.5 | P & P SNOWDEN | 6 |
| 2014 | DRIEFONTEIN (AUS) 4M FASTNET ROCK (AUS) – FOLLOW GOLD (AUS) EXPORT PRICE (FR) | V DURIC | 56.5 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 10 |
| 2013 | PLATELET (AUS) 4M STRATEGIC (AUS) – BLOODLINE (AUS) DRACULA (AUS) | B MELHAM | 56.5 | DARREN WEIR | 11 |
| 2012 | BLACK CAVIAR (AUS) 5M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – HELSINGE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | L NOLEN | 56.5 | PETER G MOODY | 3 |
| 2011 | RESPONSE (AUS) 4M CHARGE FORWARD (AUS) – LIVE IT UP (AUS) MATCH WINNER (FR) | D DUNN | 56.5 | MATHEW ELLERTON & SIMON ZAHRA | 9 |
| 2010 | ROSTOVA (AUS) 3F TESTA ROSSA (AUS) – SPACE TALK (AUS) ANABAA (USA) | STEVEN KING | 54.0 | S J RICHARDS | 14 |
| 2009 | BEL MER (AUS) 4M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – DROP ANCHOR (AUS) AT TALAQ (USA) | C NEWITT | 56.5 | MICK PRICE | 13 |
| 2008 | JUSTE MOMENTE (AUS) 4M GIANT’S CAUSEWAY (USA) – SKATES (AUS) DANEHILL (USA) | S W ARNOLD | 56.0 | DANNY O’BRIEN | 13 |
| 2007 | UNIVERSAL QUEEN (NZ) 3F SCENIC (IRE) – BISCAY BIRD (AUS) BLUEBIRD (USA) | C W BROWN | 54.0 | D L FREEDMAN | 10 |
| 2006 | ELLICORSAM (AUS) 5M FIMISTON (AUS) – PREMIUM GOLD (AUS) BOLD INVADER (AUS) | D NIKOLIC | 55.0 | D L FREEDMAN | 6 |
| 2005 | ALINGHI (AUS) 3F ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) – OCEANFAST (AUS) MONDE BLEU (GB) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 52.5 | D L FREEDMAN | 9 |
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