The 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes ran at Caulfield Racecourse on Saturday, Spetmeber 20, and was won in style by the emerging Cliff Brown trained Sepals ($3.50)!
| 16. Sepals (14) J: Craig Williams 52kg 114x1T: Cliff Brown | ||
| 15. Miss Roumbini (13) J: Beau Mertens 52kg 311x2T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | ||
| 6. Feroce (10) J: Billy Egan 56kg 316x6T: Dominic Sutton | ||
| 9. Angel Capital (12) J: Damian Lane 53.5kg 6x1x1T: Chris Waller | ||
| 3. Pinstriped (5) J: Jamie Mott 56.5kg 97x79T: Enver Jusufovic | ||
| 17. Zou Sensation (4) J: Luke Currie 52kg 51114T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin | ||
| 10. Damask Rose (15) J: Michael Dee 52kg 611x5T: Mark Walker | ||
| 13. Jennilala (2) J: Harry Coffey 52kg 1607xT: Gavin Bedggood | ||
| 2. Here To Shock (6) J: Daniel Stackhouse 58kg 12x37T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | ||
| 5. Arkansaw Kid (1) J: Blake Shinn 56kg 6x221T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | ||
| 8. Port Lockroy (3) J: Jye McNeil 54.5kg 897x0T: Annabel & Rob Archibald | ||
| 12. Is It Me (8) J: Patrick Moloney 52kg 11x48T: Daniel Bowman | ||
| 1. Another Wil (7) J: Jamie Melham 59kg 146x6T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 7. Zarastro (11) J: Angela Jones 56kg x52x4T: Tony Gollan |
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Info
- 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Date: Saturday the 20th of September 2025
- Track Location: Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Distance: 1,400m
- Conditions : Open Handicap
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1951
- Reigning Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Winner: Sepals (2025)
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Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Fast Facts
- Last mare to win the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes: Kimochi (2024)
- Last three-year-old to win the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes: Exceed And Excel (2003)
- Last multiple Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner: Testa Rossa (1999-2000)
- Last favourite to win the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes: Magic Time ($4.80 in 2023)
- Notable Fact: St. Joel (1953, 1956, 1959) won the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes three times with all his victories coming three years apart!
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes betting takes place on the popular Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race which is held at Caulfield Racecourse on a Saturday in late September annually.
Briefly in 2023 and 2024 the event was moved to late November before reverting back to its traditional September timeslot to rejoin the Underwood Stakes Day card at Caulfield and serve as the traditional lead-up to the Group 1 Toorak Handicap (1600m) later in the spring.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes odds are offered on the esteemed Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival handicap, and the field attracts a host of quality middle-distance horses heading towards bigger and better features over the coming months.
The Group 1 Sir Rupert Clarke is one of Australia’s most popular horse races and has been run and won since 1951 when Jovial Lad became the inaugural champion.
Originally run as the Invitation Stakes (1951-1974), the race has undergone a host of name changes throughout its history but in 2005 the race was renamed the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes in honor of the late Sir Rupert Clarke, former chairman of the Victorian Amateur Turf Club.
The Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes holds a special place in racing history due to it producing a host of subsequent, multiple Group 1 champions and sires.
It has consistently been run as a 1400m handicap and gained Group 1 status in 1979 when Private Talk won.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Day
2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Day will be held on:
📅 Saturday, 20th September 2025
📍 Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne, Victoria
🏇 Feature Race: Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes (Group 1, 1400m, Open Handicap)
💰 Prize Money: $1,000,000
🕒 Race Time: To be confirmed closer to the date
The Sir Rupert Clarke is a key feature of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival and often serves as a lead-up to the Toorak Handicap. It attracts a mix of elite sprinters and resuming middle-distance horses, making it one of the most competitive and exciting Group 1 events of the season.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Day is a major fixture in spring and typically features a strong supporting card. While the full 2025 program is yet to be finalised, historically the day includes:
- Underwood Stakes (Group 1, 1800m) – A weight-for-age race that often attracts Cox Plate hopefuls. It’s one of the most prestigious middle-distance races in the early spring.
- Thousand Guineas Prelude (Group 2, 1400m) – A key lead-up for three-year-old fillies heading toward the Group 1 Thousand Guineas.
- Caulfield Guineas Prelude (Group 3, 1400m) – A crucial stepping-stone for colts and geldings targeting the Caulfield Guineas.
- Testa Rossa Stakes (Listed, 1200m) – A sprint for seasoned gallopers, often featuring horses on the comeback trail or prepping for bigger targets.
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Expert Tips on the 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Caulfield.
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ANGEL CAPITAL (9) is a very promising four-year-old from the Waller team chasing a third straight win, having already proven himself over this track and trip with a strong victory in the Group 2 Autumn Stakes back in February. He returned in style to launch his spring campaign, delivering a dominant 3.75-length win in the Listed Chautauqua Stakes (1200m) at The Valley — a performance that stamped him as one to watch. With two wins from three starts at Caulfield, Angel Capital looks primed to improve second-up and should appreciate the rise to 1400m at this stage of his preparation. Waller, notably, is still chasing his first win in this event. He drops to a favourable 53.5kg after carrying 56kg last start, though he’ll need to overcome a wide draw in barrier 13. Damian Lane retains the ride, which is a plus. Progressive type with upside — a genuine contender if he gets the right run.
SEPALS (16) is saddled up by Mornington trainer Cliff Brown and faces a wide draw in barrier 16 — potentially coming into gate 15 if the sole emergency, Zou Sensation, doesn’t gain a start. The lightly raced Calyx gelding made a statement first-up as a four-year-old, blitzing his rivals by 4.25 lengths over 1400m at Caulfield on August 30 in a Benchmark 100 — a powerful return that turned heads. As a three-year-old, Sepals showed his class with a dominant win in the Group 3 CS Hayes Stakes and backed it up with a strong fourth in the Group 1 Australian Guineas behind Feroce, confirming his ability to match it with top-tier company. While barrier 15 hasn’t produced a winner since Stratum Star in 2015, Sepals gets in light at just 52kg — a key advantage — and will be partnered by Craig Williams, who boasts an outstanding record in this race with seven wins over the past two decades. Lightly weighted, proven at the track, and guided by a master jockey — Sepals is a genuine threat despite the draw.
DAMASK ROSE (17) adds lovely value to our SRM on the Sir Rupert with this talented Kiwi expat having her second start down under. Mark Walker’s four-year-old daughter of Savabeel is a $2 million earner and she’s won four of her eight starts to date including most notably getting a dream run in the inaugural $3.5 million The Kiwi slot race at Ellerslie in March to defeat Evaporate by 1.5 lengths That came on the back of her Karaka Millions 3YO win so she’s got ability. First-up in Australia she didn’t run in the money when fifth in the Group 3 Cockram Stakes (1200m) here on August 30, but she was only 1.5 lengths off Magic Time and caught the eye. She’ll only improve. Up in grade but will relish the extra distance being proven up to a mile and also comes right back in weight from 57kg to 52kg with Michael Dee in the saddle. Yes, she’s got a nasty gate to overcome, but I think she’ll be able to finish strongly and get into the Top 4.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Tips
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes tips on which horse will win the next edition of the event flood in as the countdown to the important Caulfield race heats up.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes tips on what horse will win the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes this year are highly sought after by smart punters and racing fans every season.
When looking at Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field are proven over the distance?
- Who the key Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field this year?
- Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes barrier statistics and where your Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes betting selections are drawn.
- Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes horses that are racing first-up and have a good record fresh.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race tip? The event itself takes just over 1 minute and 20 seconds for competing horses to run the 1,400m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner and winning Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes result.
Who holds the Sir Rupert Clarke race record? Exceed And Excel holds the current Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race record winning over 1400m in 2003 in a time of 1 minute 21.20 seconds.
What are the best Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes lead-up races to look at when placing a Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes bet?
The traditional lead-up races for Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes hopefuls include the Group 2 PB Lawrence Stakes (1400m) and the Group 1 Memsie Stakes (1400m) both held in August at Caulfield.
Sierra Sue (2021) was the last runner to complete the PB Lawrence Stakes – Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes double.
Behemoth (2020) was the last runner to complete the Memsie Stakes – Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes double.
New Zealand Bred Horses in the Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winners in recent history.
Since 2000 there have been five Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winners foaled in New Zealand, most recently Callsign Mav (2022).
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Tips for a Trifecta
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes results.
The horse to finish on top of the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes trifecta is your Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner, the runner who outstayed all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Adding the favourite into your Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes trifecta bet is a top tip as the favourites have an excellent recent strike-rate running top three in the event.
Key Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes. Our Sir Rupert Clarke 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. Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.
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Past Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Results
Recent Sir Rupert Clarke 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEPALS (AUS) 4G CALYX (GB) – WHAT’S NEW (NZ) CASINO PRINCE (AUS) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 52 | CLIFF BROWN | 14 | |
| KIMOCHI (AUS) 4M BRAVE SMASH (JPN) – SUMMER FUN (AUS) I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 52.5 | GARY PORTELLI | 13 | |
| MAGIC TIME (AUS) 4M HELLBENT (AUS) – TIME AWAITS (AUS) NICCONI (AUS) |
MICHAEL DEE | 53.5 | GRAHAME BEGG | 13 | |
| CALLSIGN MAV (NZ) 6G ATLANTE (AUS) – RAADISI (NZ) VOLKSRAAD (GB) |
J MOTT | 57.5 | DANNY O’BRIEN | 8 | |
| SIERRA SUE (NZ) 5M DARCI BRAHMA (NZ) – CENTREE (NZ) CENTAINE (AUS) |
DANIEL MOOR | 52.5 | TRENT BUSUTTIN & NATALIE YOUNG | 10 | |
| BEHEMOTH (AUS) 5G ALL TOO HARD (AUS) – PENNY BANGER (AUS) ZEDRICH (AUS) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 60.0 | DAVID JOLLY | 5 | |
| BEGOOD TOYA MOTHER (AUS) 5G MYBOYCHARLIE (IRE) – LADY OF HELENA (NZ) KAAPSTAD (NZ) |
DECLAN BATES | 52.0 | DANIEL BOWMAN | 3 | |
| JUNGLE CAT (IRE) 6H IFFRAAJ (GB) – MIKE’S WILDCAT (USA) FOREST WILDCAT (USA) |
JAMES DOYLE | 58.0 | C APPLEBY | 5 | |
| SANTA ANA LANE (AUS) 5G LOPE DE VEGA (IRE) – FAST FLEET (AUS) FASTNET ROCK (AUS) |
D YENDALL | 52.0 | ANTHONY FREEDMAN | 6 | |
| BON AURUM (AUS) 4H BON HOFFA (AUS) – GOLDSMOBILE (AUS) PROMONTORY GOLD (USA) |
K MCEVOY | 52.0 | CIARON MAHER | 5 | |
| STRATUM STAR (AUS) 4H STRATUM (AUS) – PURELY SPECTACULAR (NZ) PINS (AUS) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 54.5 | DARREN WEIR | 15 | |
| TRUST IN A GUST (AUS) 4H KEEP THE FAITH (AUS) – SUBTLE BREEZE (USA) STORM CAT (USA) |
DAMIAN LANE | 52.0 | DARREN WEIR | 9 | |
| REBEL DANE (AUS) 4H CALIFORNIA DANE (AUS) – TEXARCANA (AUS) MORE THAN READY (USA) |
G BOSS | 55.5 | GARY PORTELLI | 14 | |
| MOMENT OF CHANGE (AUS) 4G BARELY A MOMENT (AUS) – EUROPIUM (AUS) METAL STORM (FR) |
L NOLEN | 52.5 | PETER G MOODY | 15 | |
| TOORAK TOFF (AUS) 4H SHOW A HEART (AUS) – ORONG (AUS) GRAND LODGE (USA) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 56.5 | RICK HORE-LACY | 7 | |
| RESPONSE (AUS) 4M CHARGE FORWARD (AUS) – LIVE IT UP (AUS) MATCH WINNER (FR) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 53.5 | MATHEW ELLERTON & SIMON ZAHRA | 5 | |
| TURFFONTEIN (AUS) 5H JOHANNESBURG (USA) – SPIRIT OF GRACE (AUS) DR. GRACE (NZ) |
G BOSS | 55.5 | ANTHONY CUMMINGS | 11 | |
| ORANGE COUNTY (NZ) 6G VOLKSRAAD (GB) – SAFFIE (NZ) KAAPSTAD (NZ) |
DAMIEN OLIVER | 54.0 | BRIAN MAYFIELD-SMITH | 15 | |
| BON HOFFA (AUS) 5H BELONG TO ME (USA) – ASIAN REEF (GB) MANILA (USA) |
V DURIC | 53.0 | WENDY KELLY | 3 | |
| REWAAYA (NZ) 4M SINGSPIEL (IRE) – NASMAH (AUS) AT TALAQ (USA) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 51.0 | D A HAYES | 1 | |
| BARELY A MOMENT (AUS) 4H GILDED TIME (USA) – LADY DANNA (AUS) DANEHILL (USA) |
CRAIG WILLIAMS | 52.0 | D A HAYES | 8 |
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Betting Info
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes betting is open weeks ahead of the Group 1 handicap race held during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes odds online.
All-In Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes betting markets are available following the official Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes nominations taken the Monday of race week.
Betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field is available following final acceptances which close on the Wednesday of race week.
Betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes often favours horses out of the Memsie Stakes run at the same track and trip the month prior.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race betting traditionally focuses on the locally trained horses and those well-weighted in the handicaps.
For the best online betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes, consider tipping a horse to win both the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes and another Group 1 race over the carnival in a spring double!
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Field & Acceptance Dates
It is crucial to take note of when the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field is out, what time Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes nominations close and the official Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes acceptance dates when placing a Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes bet online as horses may drop out of the race and bets may be cancelled.
The Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field features a capacity of 18 starters.
See below for the official Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field dates for 2025.
- 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Nominations: Close on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 12:00pm (Melbourne time).
- 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Final Field: Revealed on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 9:30am (Melbourne time).
- 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Barrier Draw: Conducted on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Where can you bet on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes?
The best place to bet on this year’s Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race is through the TAB NZ online.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Odds
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes odds and online betting tips on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained stayers in the race and backing the runners in the mix drawn a mid-field gate who have a strong recent record in the event.
Where can I find the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes
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It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes online.
You can place a Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the spring racing at Caulfield, the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes has it all!
This important spring race showcases Australia’s finest thoroughbreds and attracts attention from all over the country and here in New Zealand as one of the best events in the season!
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Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Prize Money
The Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes prize money is set at A$750,000 in total stakes allocated between first to eighth place.
How much does the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner get?
The winning Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes horse receives a total of A$450,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes prizes on offer from the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner to the eighth horse to cross the finish line in the official Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes results.
First: A$450,000
Second: A$135,000
Third: A$67,500
Fourth: A$33,750
Fifth: A$18,750
Sixth – Eighth: A$15,000
How many horses have won the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes twice?
Four horses have won multiple editions of the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes, most recently Testa Rossa (1999 & 2000).
One horse, St Joel, won the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes three times in 1953, 1956 & 1959 with all his victories occurring three years apart.
The other horse to win the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes twice on non-consecutive years was Private Talk (1976 & 1979).
Multiple Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winners: St Joel (1953, 1956 & 1959); Tauto (1970-71), Private Talk (1976 & 1979); and Testa Rossa (1999-2000).
What makes betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes so popular?
The fact that the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes is one of the earlier Group 1 races run during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival and one of the key September horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.
The Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes is a highly popular horse race for betting due to a combination of factors that make it both exciting and strategically interesting for punters:
Group 1 Status & Prestige: As a Group 1 open handicap race, it attracts a top-tier field of sprinters and middle-distance horses, ensuring high-quality competition and significant prestige for the winner.
Generous Prize Money: With a substantial prize purse, it’s a lucrative target for owners and trainers, guaranteeing a strong lineup of contenders.
Strategic Placement in Spring Carnival: For 2025, the race returns to its traditional September slot at Caulfield, making it a key early spring feature. It serves as an excellent lead-up to other major handicaps like the Group 1 Toorak Handicap, and its form often holds up well for subsequent big races, including the All-Star Mile.
Handicap Conditions: Being a handicap race means horses carry different weights based on their ratings. This adds a layer of complexity and strategy for handicappers and punters, as it aims to level the playing field and can lead to competitive finishes and value bets.
Historical Significance & Notable Winners: Inaugurated in 1951, the race has a rich history and has been won by many champions and fan favourites over the years, including Manikato, Encosta De Lago, Exceed And Excel, and Testa Rossa (who won it twice). This legacy adds to its appeal.
Large, Competitive Fields: The 1400m distance at Caulfield often results in a maximum or near-capacity field of 18 runners, leading to fast-paced, exciting races and offering more betting options.
Form References: Key lead-up races like the Memsie Stakes, Bobby Lewis Quality, and Let’s Elope Stakes provide strong form indicators for punters to analyse, aiding in their betting decisions.
For the best online betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes, consider tipping a horse to win both the Sir Rupert Clarke and another Group 1 race over the carnival in a spring 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 are the popular betting markets for the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes?
When it comes to betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke 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 mares have won the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes?
Since the year 2000, six mares have won the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes, most recently with Magic Time (2023) and Kimochi (2024) going back-to-back for the girls.
What age group has the best recent the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes record?
Four-year-olds have dominated the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes results in recent years with 14 saluting between 2000 and 2025, most recently Sepals in 2025.
The youngest recent Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner was Exceed And Excel who became the latest three-year-old to win in 2003.
The oldest recent Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner was Callsign Mav who became the latest six-year-old to win in 2022.
Between 2000 and 2025 the breakdown of Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 1 (latest Exceed And Excel in 2003)
4YOs – 14 (latest Sepals in 2025)
5YOs – 8 (latest Sierra Sue in 2021)
6YOs – 3 (latest Callsign Mav in 2022)
What races will runners out of the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes target next?
Many runners out of the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes (when run in October) race on and target other Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival features including the Group 1 Toorak Handicap (1600m) back at the track and trip later in the season.
Trust In A Gust (2014) was the last horse to complete the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes – Toorak Handicap double.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Barriers
The Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes barrier draw?
Barrier 5 has produced five Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winners between 2000 and 2025, most recently Behemoth in 2020).
Barrier 15 is the widest gate to produce a Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winner between 2000 and 2025, most recently Stratum Star (2015).
Barrier 13 is the last Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes to produce back-to-back winners with Magic Time (2023) and Kimochi (2024).
Barrier 14 is the latest Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winning barrier with Sepals in 2025.
Breakdown of winning Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes barriers between 2000-25:
Barrier 1 – 1 (latest Rewaaya in 2006)
Barrier 2 – 0
Barrier 3 – 2 (latest Begood Toya Mother in 2019)
Barrier 4 – 0
Barrier 5 – 5 (latest Behemoth in 2020)
Barrier 6 – 1 (latest Santa Ana Lane in 2017)
Barrier 7 – 1 (latest Toorak Toff in 2011)
Barrier 8 – 2 (latest Callsign Mav in 2022)
Barrier 9 – 2 (latest Trust In A Gust in 2014)
Barrier 10 – 1 (latest Sierra Sue in 2021)
Barrier 11 – 2 (latest Turffontein in 2009)
Barrier 12 – 0
Barrier 13 – 3 (latest Kimochi in 2024)
Barrier 14 – 2 (latest Sepals in 2025)
Barrier 15 – 4 (latest Stratum Star in 2015)
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Form
We offer a complete Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field in addition to insider Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes racing tips and betting odds.
Our Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes form guides include:
- Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes or you are an expert Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.
How to Read the Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes as this can impact performance.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Results
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes results are known when the event takes place in September annually.
You can bet on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes results entails picking the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field with our Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes tips and form guide.
Other Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes finishing order shows what position every horse in the field ran.
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Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around Australia and New Zealand. Winning this important spring 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 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Craig Williams is the latest Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winning jockey having ridden Sepals to victory in 2025.
Craig Williams on Response (2010) and Toorak Toff (2011) and then Kimochi (2024) and Sepals (2025) is the last back-to-back Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winning jockey.
Eight-time champion Craig Williams is most successful Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes jockey in history having won aboard Barley A Moment (2005), Rewaaya (2006), Response (2010), Toorak Toff (2011), Stratum Star (2015), Behemoth (2020), Kimochi (2024), and Sepals (2025).
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes horses this summer.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Trainers
The most successful Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes trainer throughout history with three wins is Lee Freedman with Mr Murphy (2001), Encosta De Lago (1996), and Poetic King (1994).
Darren Weir is the latest back-to-back Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winning trainers with Trust In A Gust (2014) and Stratum Star (2015).
Cliff Brown is the latest Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winning trainer having prepared Sepals in 2025.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Winners
Notable Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes winners throughout history include:
St Joel (1953, 1956, 1959): St Joel is the only horse to have won the race three times, a feat unmatched in the race’s history. His victories across six years showcased remarkable longevity and consistency, making him a legend of the early era of the race.
Tauto (1970 & 1971): Tauto was a crowd favourite who won back-to-back editions of the race. Known for his toughness and versatility, he was a regular competitor in Melbourne’s top races and remains one of the most beloved horses of the 1970s.
Private Talk (1976 & 1979): Private Talk was another dual winner, claiming the race three years apart. His ability to return to the top level after a gap highlighted his durability and class in a competitive era.
Rancho Ruler (1988): Rancho Ruler completed the Memsie Stakes – Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes double, a rare achievement. He was a top-class sprinter-miler and later became a successful sire, passing on his speed to future generations.
Testa Rossa (1999 & 2000): Testa Rossa was a brilliant sprinter-miler who won the race in consecutive years. His explosive turn of foot and consistency at Group 1 level made him a standout of his generation. He later became a successful stallion.
Exceed And Excel (2003): Exceed And Excel was the last three-year-old to win the race. His win was dominant and marked him as a rising star. He later became one of the world’s most influential sires, with progeny succeeding globally.
Regal Roller (2004): Regal Roller was a front-running specialist who also completed the Memsie Stakes – Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes double. His bold racing style and string of Group wins made him a fan favourite.
Response (2010): Response was a high-class mare who won the race with a powerful finish. She later added the Group 1 Empire Rose Stakes to her résumé and became the dam of 2022 Golden Slipper winner Estijaab.
Santa Ana Lane (2017): Santa Ana Lane’s win in the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes was the start of a remarkable rise. He went on to win five Group 1 races, including the TJ Smith Stakes and Stradbroke Handicap, becoming one of Australia’s best sprinters.
Behemoth (2020): Behemoth was a powerhouse gelding who also completed the Memsie Stakes – Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes double. His size and strength made him a standout, and he was a multiple Group 1 winner across several seasons.
Magic Time (2023): Magic Time was a well-supported favourite who overcame a wide barrier to win impressively. Her win confirmed her as one of the top mares in training and gave trainer Grahame Begg another elite-level success.
Kimochi (2024): Kimochi caused a major upset at $26 odds, defeating a strong field from barrier 13. Trained by Gary Portelli and ridden by Craig Williams, her win added to the race’s tradition of surprise results and underdog triumphs.
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