The 2026 Stradbroke Handicap runs on Saturday, June 13, at Eagle Farm Racecourse in Brisbane and the TAB NZ have all the top Stradbroke betting odds and tips right here!

Looking for the latest Stradbroke Handicap betting odds, insider racing tips and form for Brisbane’s biggest race this June? The TAB NZ have all the best betting guides and statistics to make informed bets on the Stradbroke Handicap this winter!

The Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap is an esteemed race for Australia’s top middle-distance horses and the crown jewel of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival. It is the richest and most important race held in Queensland each year and traditionally takes place at Eagle Farm Racecourse in mid-June as the highlight of Stradbroke Handicap Day conducted by the Brisbane Racing Club (BRC).

It is considered one of Australia’s leading handicap races and attracts some of the best gallopers in the country with AU$3 million in prize money.

To improve your chances of predicting the next Stradbroke Handicap winner, access the latest Stradbroke Handicap odds and tips online at the TAB NZ.

TAB NZ provides in-depth analysis, form guides, and betting insights to help you navigate the competitive field of winter contenders.

Whether you’re a seasoned punter or new to betting on the horse races in Australia and New Zealand, our comprehensive Stradbroke Handicap coverage has everything you need.

Back your Stradbroke Handicap champion with TAB NZ and chase Queensland’s biggest sprint prize this winter down under!

Stradbroke Handicap Fast Facts

• Last mare to win the Stradbroke Handicap: Tofane (2021)
• Last three-year-old to win the Stradbroke Handicap: Filly – Stefi Magnetica (2024)
• Last favourite to win the Stradbroke Handicap: War Machine ($3.20 in 2025)
• Last dual Stradbroke Handicap winner: Black Piranha (2009 & 2010)
• Notable Fact: Rough Habit and Campaign King are the only two winners to carry more than 56kg to victory in the Stradbroke!

2026 Stradbroke Handicap Betting

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Stradbroke Handicap Betting Info

Stradbroke Handicap betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Eagle Farm feature race at the TAB NZ.

We offer pre-nomination Stradbroke Handicap betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Stradbroke Handicap odds online.

All-In Stradbroke Handicap betting markets are then available following the official Stradbroke Handicap nominations taken on a Tuesday in early May.

Betting on the Stradbroke Handicap field is available following final acceptances on the Tuesday of race week.

Betting on the Stradbroke Handicap favours the locally trained champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Brisbane and interstate.

Stradbroke Handicap race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winners who have an outstanding record in the event and the class three-year-olds in the race who have a solid recent record in the winter showdown over their older counterparts.

Stradbroke Handicap race tips centre on the standout WFA champion thoroughbreds in Australia and New Zealand that have good lead-up form in similar grade events from the autumn, horses with previous experience at the Eagle Farm track and the runners from the key stables who have dominated Stradbroke Handicap race results.

The Stradbroke Handicap is a handicap event open to runners three and above.

Expert Tips on the 2026 Stradbroke Handicap

Stradbroke Handicap Tips

Stradbroke Handicap tips on which horse will win the next edition of Queensland’s 1400m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Eagle Farm race heats up.

Stradbroke Handicap 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 the Stradbroke Handicap race tips it is important to consider factors including:

• What horses in the Stradbroke Handicap field are proven over the 1,400m distance?
• Who the key Stradbroke Handicap trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the field this year?
• Stradbroke Handicap barrier statistics and where your betting selections are drawn.
• Stradbroke Handicap horses that have a good past record at the track.

How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Stradbroke Handicap race tip? The event itself takes around 1 minute and 20 seconds for the competing horses to run the 1,400m trip depending on track conditions.

The official Stradbroke Handicap winner and winning Stradbroke Handicap trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish result.

Who holds the Stradbroke Handicap race record? Toledo holds the current 1400m race and track record winning in 1998 in a slick time of 1 minute 20.20 seconds.

What are the best Stradbroke Handicap lead-up races to look at when placing a Stradbroke bet?

There are a number of autumn and winter races Stradbroke Handicap bound horses may contest in the lead-up including Sydney’s Group 1 All Aged Stakes (1400m), the Group 1 Doomben 10,000 (1200m), the Group 1 Kingsford Smith Cup (1400m), and the Group 3 Fred Best Classic (1400m).

Rough Habit (1992) was the last horse to complete the All Aged Stakes / Stradbroke Handicap double in the same year.

Think About It (2023) was the last horse to complete the Kingsford Smith Cup / Stradbroke Handicap double in the same year.

In 2024, Bella Nipotina won the Doomben 10,000 before back-to-back seconds in the Kingsford Smith Cup and Stradbroke. She also continued on to win the closing Group 1 race of the season, the Tattersall’s Tiara at Eagle Farm in late June.

Australian Bred Horses in the Stradbroke Handicap

Betting on the locally bred horses in the field is hugely popular with punters as the Australian foaled gallopers have a dominant record in the race’s recent history.

Since 2000 there have been just three Stradbroke winners foaled outside of Australia with the Kiwi bred trio of War Machine (2025), Tofane (2021) and St. Basil (2005).

Stradbroke Handicap Tips for a Trifecta

Stradbroke Handicap tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Stradbroke Handicap results.

The horse to finish on top of the Stradbroke Handicap trifecta is your Stradbroke Handicap winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.

Placing a Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.

Avoiding the favourites in your Stradbroke Handicap trifecta bets is a top tip as the favourites have a poor recent strike-rate.

Key Stradbroke Handicap Statistics and Insights

Place an informed bet on this year’s Stradbroke Handicap by considering the following key statistics and insights:

• Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Stradbroke Handicap. Our Stradbroke Handicap 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. Stradbroke Handicap race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
• Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from barriers 3-7 have historically shown a higher success rate in the Stradbroke Handicap. 

2026 Stradbroke Handicap Field

Nominations close: Tuesday May 5, 2026, at 11:00AM AEST

Weights declared by: Tuesday June 9, 2026, at 4:00PM AEST

Acceptances must be declared before: Tuesday June 9, 2026, at 9:00AM AEST

Riders must be declared before: Wednesday June 10, 2026, at 12:00PM AEST

Stradbroke Handicap betting takes place on the hugely popular race which is held at Brisbane’s Eagle Farm Racecourse on a Saturday in early June annually.

Stradbroke Handicap odds are offered on the iconic Group 1 handicap event, and the field attracts a host of quality gallopers many of which are coming off runs in the other Group 1 winter and upcoming spring majors.

The Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap is Queensland’s most popular horse race and has been run and won since 1890 when Pyrrhus won.

It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 130 years and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.

The Stradbroke Handicap is named in honour of Lord Stradbroke, who was related to Henry John Rous, the person who established the weight-for-age scale used in thoroughbred racing.

Between 1982 and 1988 the race was known as the Elders Handicap due to sponsorship.

The Stradbroke Handicap has long been a showcase for Australia’s most brilliant and beloved racehorses, with a roll call of champions that spans generations.

Wiggle made history in 1958 before becoming an international star, while Winfreux (1965–66) and Daybreak Lover (1984 & 1986) etched their names as rare dual winners.

Rough Habit thrilled Queensland fans with back-to-back wins in 1991 and 1992, cementing his cult hero status. Dane Ripper used her 1997 Stradbroke win as a springboard to Cox Plate glory, and Private Steer dazzled in 2003 before dominating Sydney’s Group 1 scene.

Black Piranha joined the elite club of dual winners in 2009 and 2010, while Srikandi broke a drought for mares in 2015. More recently, Alligator Blood (2022) delivered a stirring comeback win, and Think About It (2023) used his Stradbroke triumph as a launchpad to The Everest success.

In 2024, Stefi Magnetica stunned the field as a lightweight filly, continuing the race’s tradition of drama, brilliance, and breakthrough performances.

Winning the Stradbroke Handicap 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 Eagle Farm Racecourse in Queensland on the east coast of Australia, the Stradbroke Handicap is currently run over 1400m.

It began as a six-furlong sprint (1200m) up until 1953 when the distance was increased to 7 furlongs (1400m).

In 2015, 2017, and 2018 it was run over 1350m at sister track, Doomben, before returning to its traditional home in 2019.

The Stradbroke Handicap was elevated to Group 1 status in 1980, the year Bemboka Yacht won.

Stradbroke Handicap Day

Stradbroke Handicap Day is the grand finale and crown jewel of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival, held at Eagle Farm Racecourse. In 2026, it will take place on Saturday, 13 June. This raceday is the most prestigious in Queensland, headlined by the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap, a 1400m handicap sprint offering $3 million in prize money, making it the richest race in Queensland.

Key Events and Feature Races:

• Group 1 $3,000,000 Ladbrokes Stradbroke Handicap (1400m)
• Group 1 $1,000,000 JJ Atkins (1600m)
• Group 2 $1,200,000 The Q22 (2200m) – formerly the PJ O’Shea Stakes
• Group 2 $400,000 Brisbane Cup (3200m)
• Group 2 $300,000 Dane Ripper Stakes (1300m)
• Group 3 $200,000 Gunsynd Classic (1600m)

Stradbroke Day is not only about elite racing but also a celebration of fashion, food, and entertainment. It features Fashions on the Field, live music, and a wide range of hospitality experiences, from trackside marquees to rooftop cocktail lounges. The event draws tens of thousands of racegoers from across Australia and internationally, making it a social and sporting highlight of the Queensland calendar.

As the culmination of Stradbroke Season, this day showcases the best of Australian racing talent. The Stradbroke Handicap itself has a storied history, with past winners including legends like Rough Habit, Dane Ripper, and Think About It. The day also serves as a platform for future champions, particularly through the J.J. Atkins – a key race for emerging stars – and The Q22, which often shape the spring racing landscape.

Get the best Stradbroke Handicap Day racing odds for Brisbane, racing stats, previews, form and insider tips on races like the meeting’s feature Group 1 races now at the TAB NZ!

Where can you bet on the Stradbroke Handicap?

The best place to bet on this year’s Stradbroke Handicap race is through the TAB NZ online.

Stradbroke Handicap Odds

Stradbroke Handicap odds and online betting tips on the Stradbroke Handicap horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained stayers in the race and backing the wider-drawn runners who have a strong recent record in the event.

Where can I find the Stradbroke Handicap odds?

For the latest odds and updates on the Stradbroke Handicap, 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 Stradbroke Handicap

Want to know how to make a bet on the Stradbroke Handicap? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Stradbroke Handicap betting odds and options.

It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Stradbroke Handicap online.

You can place a Stradbroke Handicap bet online anytime markets are live.

There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Stradbroke Handicap.

From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Stradbroke Handicap is a race for everyone.

Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Stradbroke Handicap race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the winter Eagle Farm racing, the Stradbroke Handicap has it all!

This important winter 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!

How to Bet on the Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap betting guide, Stradbroke Handicap form guide and our expert Stradbroke Handicap tips.

4. Choose a Stradbroke Handicap bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or Stradbroke Handicap Trifecta. There are many more Stradbroke Handicap betting options available so make sure to check out our Stradbroke Handicap betting markets.

5. Select the Stradbroke Handicap horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Stradbroke Handicap nominations or Stradbroke Handicap field.

Stradbroke Handicap Prize Money

The Stradbroke Handicap prize money is set at A$3 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place. 

How much does the Stradbroke Handicap winner get?

The winning Stradbroke Handicap horse receives a total of A$1.8 million in prize money.

See below for the official breakdown of Stradbroke Handicap prizes on offer from the Stradbroke Handicap winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official Stradbroke Handicap results. 

First: A$1,800,000

Second: A$540,000

Third: A$270,000

Fourth: A$135,000

Fifth: A$75,000

Sixth – Tenth: A$36,000

How many horses have won the Stradbroke Handicap twice?

Eight horses have won multiple editions of the Stradbroke Handicap, most recently Black Piranha who went back-to-back in 2009 and 2010.

To date, the only horse to win the Stradbroke Handicap twice on non-consecutive years is Daybreak Lover in 1984 and 1986.

Multiple Stradbroke Handicap winners: Babel (1895-96), Gold Tie (1918-19), Highland (1925-26), Petrol Lager (1934-35), Lucky Ring (1949-50), Daybreak Lover (1984 & 1986), Rough Habit (1991-92), and Black Piranha (2009-10).

What makes betting on the Stradbroke Handicap so popular?

The fact that the Stradbroke Handicap is the biggest Group 1 race run during the Brisbane Autumn Racing Carnival and the key June horse race in Australasia makes it a must watch and must bet on racing event.

With a significant prize purse, currently at $3 million, the Stradbroke Handicap stands as the premier and richest race in Queensland, attracting top-tier sprinters and milers from across the nation and New Zealand. This high-stakes environment naturally draws significant betting interest.

As a coveted Group 1 event, victory in the Stradbroke Handicap adds immense prestige to a horse’s record, along with its trainer and jockey. Punters are drawn to betting on the highest level of competition.

Run over 1400m, it presents a unique challenge, requiring a blend of speed and stamina. This often leads to a more open betting market as form over various distances comes into play.

The handicap nature of the race, where horses carry different weights based on their rating, levels the playing field. This creates a more competitive race and often leads to better odds for talented horses who might be carrying slightly less weight, increasing betting appeal beyond just the favourites.

The Stradbroke Handicap is a hugely popular and lucrative race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.

For the best online betting on the Stradbroke Handicap, consider tipping a horse to win both the Stradbroke Handicap and another Group 1 race over the carnival in a winter 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 Stradbroke Handicap so special?

The Stradbroke Handicap is held at Eagle Farm Racecourse which is home to the winter’s biggest events, making it a favourite destination for racegoers in Queensland.

First run in 1890, the Stradbroke boasts a long and rich history, becoming an iconic race with numerous memorable winners. This historical significance adds to its allure for punters.

It serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the Stradbroke Handicap winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.

For many horses, the Stradbroke serves as a key target or a stepping stone towards the prestigious Melbourne Spring Carnival later in the year. This provides punters with valuable form insights for future races.

It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each winter.

Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 1400m winter event every season to see if their bets on the Stradbroke Handicap race won!

The Stradbroke Handicap currently offers AU$3,000,000 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 the Stradbroke Handicap champions.

What are the popular betting markets for the Stradbroke Handicap?

When it comes to betting on the Stradbroke Handicap, 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 mares have won the Stradbroke Handicap?

Since the year 2000, six female gallopers have won the Stradbroke Handicap with Stefi Magnetica (2024) the latest filly and Tofane (2021) the latest mare.

What age group has the best recent the Stradbroke Handicap record?

Four-year-olds have dominated the Stradbroke Handicap results in recent years with eight saluting between 2000 and 2025, most recently War Machine in 2025.

The youngest recent Stradbroke Handicap winner was Stefi Magnetica who became the latest three-year-old to win in 2024.

The oldest recent Stradbroke Handicap winner was St. Basil who won as a seven-year-old in 2005.

Between 2000 and 2025 the breakdown of Stradbroke Handicap winners by age is as follows:

3YOs – 6 (latest Stefi Magnetica in 2024)

4YOs – 8 (latest War Machine in 2025)

5YOs – 5 (latest Alligator Blood in 2022)

6YOs – 6 (latest Tyzone in 2020)

7YOs – 1 (latest St. Basil in 2005)

What races will runners out of the Stradbroke Handicap target next?

Most runners in the Stradbroke Handicap will head to the paddock and prepare for a spring return targeting the majors in Sydney and Melbourne later in the year.

Stradbroke Handicap Barriers

The Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap barrier draw?

Barriers 4, 8 and 12 have both produced three Stradbroke Handicap winners between 2000 and 2025, most recently Black Piranha (barrier 4 in 2009), Think About It (barrier 8 in 2023), and War Machine (barrier 12 in 2025).

Barrier 18 is the widest gate to produce a Stradbroke Handicap winner between 2000 and 2025, most recentlyLa Montagna in 2006.

Barrier 13 is the latest Stradbroke Handicap gate to produce back-to-back winners with Under The Louvre (2016) and Impending (2017).

Barrier 12 is the latest Stradbroke Handicap winning barrier with War Machine in 2025.

Breakdown of winning Stradbroke Handicap barriers between 2000-25:

Barrier 1 – 2 (latest Srikandi in 2015)

Barrier 2 – 0

Barrier 3 – 2 (latest Santa Ana Lane in 2018)

Barrier 4 – 3 (latest Black Piranha in 2009)

Barrier 5 – 1 (latest Mid Summer Music in 2012)

Barrier 6 – 0

Barrier 7 – 1 (latest Mr Baritone in 2008)

Barrier 8 – 3 (latest Think About It in 2003)

Barrier 9 – 0

Barrier 10 – 1 (latest Tofane in 2021)

Barrier 11 – 0

Barrier 12 – 3 (latest War Machine in 2025)

Barrier 13 – 2 (latest Impending in 2017)

Barrier 14 – 0

Barrier 15 – 2 (latest Stefi Magnetica in 2024)

Barrier 16 – 2 (latest Tyzone in 2020)

Barrier 17 – 2 (latest Alligator Blood in 2022)

Barrier 18 – 2 (latest La Montagna in 2006)

Stradbroke Handicap Form

We offer a complete Stradbroke Handicap form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Stradbroke Handicap field in addition to insider Stradbroke Handicap racing tips and betting odds.

Our Stradbroke Handicap form guides include:

• Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap or you are an expert Stradbroke Handicap tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Stradbroke Handicap.

How to Read the Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap race.

Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Stradbroke Handicap as this can impact performance.

Stradbroke Handicap Results

Stradbroke Handicap results are known when the event takes place in June annually.

You can bet on the Stradbroke Handicap race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Stradbroke Handicap markets here at the TAB NZ.

Betting on the Stradbroke Handicap results entails picking the Stradbroke Handicap winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Stradbroke Handicap field with our Stradbroke Handicap tips and form guide.

Other Stradbroke Handicap race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.

The complete Stradbroke Handicap 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 Stradbroke Handicap results!

Stradbroke Handicap exotic results show how all the exotic Stradbroke Handicap bet types resulted like the Stradbroke Handicap Quinella, Stradbroke Handicap Exacta, Stradbroke Handicap Trifecta, and Stradbroke Handicap First Four.

Stradbroke Handicap Jockeys

Securing a ride in the Stradbroke Handicap field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around Australia and New Zealand. Winning this important winter 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 Stradbroke Handicap field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official the Stradbroke Handicap jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.

Tim Clark is the latest Stradbroke Handicap winning jockey having ridden War Machine to victory in 2025.

Since the year 2000, the most successful recent Stradbroke Handicap jockeys with two wins each are Craig Williams (2007 & 2021), Kerrin McEvoy (2015 & 2019), and Danny Nikolic (2002 & 2004).

The most successful jockey in the history of the Stradbroke Handicap is Jim Cassidy, who won the race three times. His victories came aboard Rough Habit (1991 & 1992) and Private Steer (2003).

Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Stradbroke Handicap horses this summer.

Stradbroke Handicap Trainers

The most successful Stradbroke Handicap trainer throughout history is Bart Cummings with four victories with Campaign King (1988), Robian Steel (1989), Never Undercharge (1993), and Dane Ripper (1997).

Since the year 2000, the only Stradbroke Handicap trainer to win the race more than once is Michael Moroney with Mr Baritone (2008) and Tofane (2021).

Con Karakatsanis is the latest back-to-back Stradbroke Handicap winning trainer with dual champion Black Piranha (2009 & 2010).

Ben, Will & JD Hayes are the latest Stradbroke Handicap winning trainers having prepared War Machine in 2025.

Stradbroke Handicap Winners

Notable Stradbroke Handicap winners throughout history include:

Wiggle (1958): Wiggle was a trailblazing mare who won the Stradbroke Handicap in 1958. She later became an international sensation, racing successfully in the United States. Her win in the Stradbroke was a key moment in a career that helped elevate the profile of Australian-bred horses on the global stage.

Winfreux (1965 & 1966): Winfreux made history by winning the Stradbroke Handicap in consecutive years, 1965 and 1966. Known for his consistency and toughness, he was one of the earliest dual winners of the race, setting a standard for future champions.

Imposing (1979): Imposing claimed the Stradbroke in 1979 and went on to become a successful sire. Trained by Tommy Smith, his win was part of a dominant era for the stable and showcased his powerful sprinting ability.

Daybreak Lover (1984 & 1986): Daybreak Lover was a Queensland hero, winning the Stradbroke twice in 1984 and 1986. Trained by the legendary Bruce McLachlan, he was known for his versatility and became a fan favorite for his performances on home turf.

Rough Habit (1991 & 1992): Rough Habit, a New Zealand-bred superstar, won back-to-back Stradbrokes in 1991 and 1992. Trained by John Wheeler, he was adored for his come-from-behind style and went on to win 11 Group 1 races, becoming a cult figure in Queensland racing.

All Our Mob (1994): All Our Mob won the Stradbroke in 1994 and later added the Newmarket Handicap and Mackinnon Stakes to his résumé. Trained by Gai Waterhouse, he was a versatile and durable galloper who competed at the highest level for several seasons.

Dane Ripper (1997): Dane Ripper, trained by Bart Cummings, won the Stradbroke in 1997 before going on to win the Cox Plate later that year. Her Stradbroke victory was a breakout performance that launched her into elite company.

Show A Heart (2002): Show A Heart was a Queensland-trained star who won the Stradbroke in 2002. He later became a successful stallion, siring multiple Group 1 winners. His win was a proud moment for local connections and fans.

Private Steer (2003): Private Steer won the Stradbroke in 2003 and later added the Doncaster Mile and All Aged Stakes to her record. Trained by John O’Shea, she was one of the top mares of her era and known for her explosive finishes.

Black Piranha (2009 & 2010): Black Piranha joined the elite club of dual Stradbroke winners with victories in 2009 and 2010. Trained by Con Karakatsanis, he was a tough and consistent performer who peaked in Queensland’s biggest sprint.

Srikandi (2015): Srikandi became the first mare in over a decade to win the Stradbroke when she triumphed in 2015. Trained by Ciaron Maher, she had previously placed in the race and returned to claim it in dominant fashion.

Alligator Blood (2022): Alligator Blood, a fan favourite and Group 1 winner, claimed the Stradbroke in 2022. Trained by Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott, his win marked a major comeback and gave Waterhouse her 150th Group 1 victory.

Think About It (2023): Think About It won the Stradbroke in 2023, continuing a meteoric rise through the ranks. Trained by Joe Pride, he went on to win the $20 million The Everest later that year, confirming his status as one of Australia’s elite sprinters.

Stefi Magnetica (2024): Stefi Magnetica, a three-year-old filly trained by Bjorn Baker, won the 2024 Stradbroke Handicap with a stunning late burst under just 50kg. Her victory was a thrilling upset over seasoned stars like Bella Nipotina, marking her as a rising star in Australian racing.

War Machine (2025): War Machine became the latest Stradbroke Handicap favourite to salute for the punters when the Ben, Will & JD Hayes trained four-year-old made it a hat-trick with a three-quarter length win on the back of his BRC Sprint success with Tim Clark aboard the $3.20 top elect.

Bet on the next Stradbroke Handicap winner with our comprehensive Stradbroke Handicap form guide and expert Stradbroke Handicap tips at the TAB NZ!

Past Stradbroke Handicap Results

Recent Stradbroke Handicap 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	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD
2025	WAR MACHINE (NZ) 4G HARRY ANGEL (IRE) – CASERTA (AUS) HUSSONET (USA)	TIM CLARK	53.0	BEN, WILL & JD HAYES	12
2024	STEFI MAGNETICA (AUS) 3F ALL TOO HARD (AUS) – MID SUMMER MUSIC (AUS) OAMARU FORCE (AUS)	ZAC LLOYD	50.0	BJORN BAKER	15
2023	THINK ABOUT IT (AUS) 4G SO YOU THINK (NZ) – TIARE (AUS) FLYING SPUR (AUS)	SAM CLIPPERTON	54.0	JOSEPH PRIDE	8
2022	ALLIGATOR BLOOD (AUS) 5G ALL TOO HARD (AUS) – LAKE SUPERIOR (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS)	TIM CLARK	55.0	G WATERHOUSE & A BOTT	17
2021	TOFANE (NZ) 5M OCEAN PARK (NZ) – BAGGY GREEN (AUS) GALILEO (IRE)	CRAIG WILLIAMS	54.5	MICHAEL MORONEY	10
2020	TYZONE (AUS) 6G WRITTEN TYCOON (AUS) – REZONET (AUS) HUSSONET (USA)	R FRADD	52.5	TOBY & TRENT EDMONDS	16
2019	TREKKING (AUS) 4G STREET CRY (IRE) – OUTDOOR (AUS) REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS)	K MCEVOY	54.0	JAMES CUMMINGS	8
2018	SANTA ANA LANE (AUS) 5G LOPE DE VEGA (IRE) – FAST FLEET (AUS) FASTNET ROCK (AUS)	B MELHAM	55.5	ANTHONY FREEDMAN	3
2017	IMPENDING (AUS) 3C LONHRO (AUS) – MNEMOSYNE (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS)	C W BROWN	52.5	DARREN BEADMAN	13
2016	UNDER THE LOUVRE (AUS) 5H EXCELLENT ART (GB) – BARCELONA GIRL (AUS) NOVERRE (USA)	D DUNN	54.5	R W SMERDON	13
2015	SRIKANDI (AUS) 4M DUBAWI (IRE) – RAINING (AUS) HURRICANE SKY (AUS)	K MCEVOY	53.0	CIARON MAHER	1
2014	RIVER LAD (AUS) 6G TOP ECHELON (AUS) – IKEYMO (AUS) CANNY LAD (AUS)	DAMIEN OLIVER	55.0	NATALIE MCCALL	15
2013	LINTON (AUS) 6G GALILEO (IRE) – OUR HEATHER (NZ) CENTAINE (AUS)	NICHOLAS HALL	54.5	JOHN SADLER	16
2012	MID SUMMER MUSIC (AUS) 6M OAMARU FORCE (AUS) – SAMSARA LADY (NZ) NASSIPOUR (USA)	L NOLEN	53.5	PETER G MOODY	5
2011	SINCERO (AUS) 3G UMATILLA (NZ) – YOURS AS ALWAYS (AUS) PREGO (IRE)	JASON TAYLOR	50.5	STEPHEN FARLEY	3
2010	BLACK PIRANHA (AUS) 6G CLANG (AUS) – JAZZTRACK (AUS) DISTINCTLY NORTH (USA)	N RAWILLER	55.5	CON KARAKATSANIS	12
2009	BLACK PIRANHA (AUS) 5G CLANG (AUS) – JAZZTRACK (AUS) DISTINCTLY NORTH (USA)	T ANGLAND	55.0	CON KARAKATSANIS	4
2008	MR BARITONE (NZ) 6G STRAVINSKY (USA) – TUNISIA (GB) SANGLAMORE (USA)	S MURPHY	53.5	MICHAEL MORONEY	7
2007	SNIPER’S BULLET (AUS) 3G BITE THE BULLET (USA) – YALLAH TERRACE (AUS) YALLAH PRINCE (AUS)	CRAIG WILLIAMS	50.0	TRACEY BARTLEY	12
2006	LA MONTAGNA (AUS) 3F MONASHEE MOUNTAIN (USA) – MILLENNIAL (AUS) HATTA’S MIL (AUS)	C NEWITT	48.5	BARRY BALDWIN	18
2005	ST. BASIL (NZ) 7G VETTORI (IRE) – DEWAMAR (AUS) MARSCAY (AUS)	MICHAEL CAHILL	53.0	S B LAMING	17

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