The 2026 The Galaxy ran on Saturday March 21 at Rosehill, Sydney, Australia and was won in a narrow upset by the previous year's Golden Slipper winning filly Marhoona ($12)!
The Galaxy 2026 Results
| 8. Marhoona (6) 52kg13x62 | |||
| 6. Jedibeel (11) 53kg409x4 | |||
| 2. Mazu (5) 56.5kg393x3 | |||
| 1. Briasa (10) 58.5kg2189x | |||
| 3. Generosity (12) 55kg937x1 | |||
| 4. Hedged (2) 55kg10132 | |||
| 10. Bridal Waltz (4) 51.5kgx23x1 | |||
| 7. In Flight (9) 52.5kg164x7 | |||
| 11. The Black Cloud (1) 51kgx2128 | |||
| 9. Ostraka (3) 52kg3680x | |||
| 13. Infancy (8) 51kgx868x | |||
| 12. Enriched (7) 51kg21x72 | |||
| 5. Reserve Bank (2)SCRATCHED: | |||
| 14. Grafterburners (6)SCRATCHED: | |||
| 15. Catch The Glory (18)SCRATCHED: | |||
| 16. Beadman (15)SCRATCHED: | |||
| 17. Inkaruna (5)SCRATCHED: | |||
| 18. Hidden Motive (6)SCRATCHED: | |||
The Galaxy Info
- 2026 The Galaxy Date: Saturday the 21st of March 2026
- Track Location: Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Distance: 1,100m
- Conditions: Handicap - 3YOs & Upwards
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1972
- Reigning The Galaxy Winner: Marhoona (2026)
Looking for the latest The Galaxy betting odds, insider racing tips and form for the Rosehill Group 1 sprint race this March? The TAB NZ have all the best betting guides and statistics to make informed bets on The Galaxy horse race this autumn!
The Group 1 The Galaxy is a standout handicap sprint test for Australia’s top short-distance racehorses. It is one of the most popular Group 1 races held each Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival and traditionally takes place at Sydney’s Rosehill Racecourse on a Saturday in late March as part of the coveted Golden Slipper Day race card conducted by the Australian Turf Club.
It is considered one of Australia’s premier sprint events and attracts some of the best sprinters in the country with AU$1 million in prize money on offer plus a ballot exemption into the upcoming Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (2400m) at Randwick in April.
To boost your chances of predicting the next The Galaxy winner, access the latest The Galaxy odds and tips online at the TAB NZ.
TAB NZ provides insider analysis, detailed form guides, and exclusive betting insights to help you sort through the high-class field of autumn sprinters.
Whether you’re a seasoned punter or new to betting on the horse races in Australia and New Zealand, our comprehensive The Galaxy race coverage has everything you need.
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The Galaxy Fast Facts
- Last favourite to win The Galaxy: Nature Strip ($4.20 in 2019)
- Last multiple The Galaxy winner: Grey Receiver (1981-82)
- Last mare to win The Galaxy: Zapateo (2024)
- Last three-year-old The Galaxy winner: Marhoona (2026)
- Notable Fact: In 2022 the popular country trained sprinter Shelby Sixtysix ran for the 8th time in 9 weeks to win The Galaxy!
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The Galaxy Betting Info
The Galaxy betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 Rosehill, autumn sprint race on Slipper Day in Sydney at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination The Galaxy betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures The Rosehill odds online.
All-In The Rosehill betting markets are then available following the official The Rosehill nominations taken on the Monday of race week.
Betting on The Galaxy race field is available following final acceptances on the Wednesday of race week.
Betting on The Galaxy favours the locally trained sprint champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Sydney and Melbourne.
The Galaxy race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winning sprinters who have an outstanding record in the event and the lighter-weighted The Galaxy contenders with just winner having carried more than 55.5kg to victory in the past decade.
The Galaxy race tips centre on the standout short-distance thoroughbreds in Australia and New Zealand that have good lead-up form in similar grade autumn events, horses with previous experience at the Rosehill track and the runners from the key Sydney stables who have dominated The Galaxy race results.
The Galaxy is a handicap event open to horses aged three-years-old and above.
Expert Tips on the 2026 The Galaxy
Stay tuned for our expert tips and The Galaxy betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature at Rosehill.
| 14. Grafterburners (6)SCRATCHED: | |||
| 5. Reserve Bank (2)SCRATCHED: | |||
| 15. Catch The Glory (18)SCRATCHED: | |||
The Galaxy Tips
The Galaxy tips on which horse will win the next edition of New South Wales’ 1100m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Rosehill race heats up.
The Galaxy 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 Galaxy race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in The Galaxy field are proven over the short distance?
- Who the key The Galaxy trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in The Galaxy field this year?
- The Galaxy barrier statistics and where your The Galaxy betting selections are drawn.
- The Galaxy horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning The Galaxy race tip? The event itself takes just over one minute for the competing horses to run the 1,100m trip depending on track conditions.
The official The Galaxy winner and winning The Galaxy trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish The Galaxy result.
Who holds The Galaxy race record? Sweet Idea holds the current 1100m The Galaxy race record winning in 2015 in a time of 1 minute 02:69 seconds.
What are the best The Galaxy lead-up races to look at when placing a The Galaxy bet?
There are a number of earlier autumn sprint races The Galaxy bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Group 2 Challenge Stakes (1000m) run at Randwick in early March which offers the winner a The Galaxy ballot exemption. Melbourne’s Group 1 Oakleigh Plate (1100m) run at Caulfield on Blue Diamond Stakes Day in late February is another potential interstate lead-up.
Eduardo (2021) was the last horse to complete the Challenge Stakes / The Galaxy double.
Marhoona (2nd in 2026) was the last The Galaxy winner to come via the Challenge Stakes.
Schillaci (1992) was the last horse to complete the Oakleigh Plate / The Galaxy double in the same year.
Australian-Bred Horses in The Galaxy
Betting on the locally Australian-bred horses in the field is hugely popular, and the race results show the locally foaled sprinters have absolutely dominated the event.
The only The Galaxy winner bred outside of New Zealand between 2000 and 2026 was Tiger Tees (2014).
The Galaxy Tips for a Trifecta
The Galaxy tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in The Galaxy results.
The horse to finish on top of The Galaxy trifecta is your The Galaxy winner, the runner who outsprinted all their rivals and finished in the quickest time.
Placing a trifecta exotic bet on The Galaxy race is an excellent way to enhance the excitement and potentially enjoy a substantial pay-out.
A The Galaxy 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 Galaxy to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Laying the favourite is a top The Galaxy bet as the favourites have a very poor overall strike-rate in the race with plenty of recent upsets including Shellscrape ($21 in 2010), I Am Excited ($26 in 2020), Mariamia ($10 in 2023), Zapateo ($26 in 2024) and Marhoona ($12 in 2026).
Key The Galaxy Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s The Galaxy by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for The Galaxy. Our The Galaxy 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. The Galaxy race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses have won The Galaxy from all over without a standout barrier meaning the draw is not as important in The Galaxy betting as other factors.
2026 The Galaxy Field
Nominations close: Monday March 16, 2026, at 12:00PM AEDT
Weights declared by: Tuesday March 17, 2026, at 4:00PM AEDT
Acceptances must be declared before: Wednesday March 18, 2026, at 9:00AM AEDT
Riders must be declared before: Wednesday March 18, 2026, at 12:00PM AEDT
The Galaxy betting takes place on the popular sprint race which is held at Sydney’s Rosehill Gardens Racecourse on a Saturday in late March annually.
The Galaxy odds are offered on the prestigious Group 1 handicap event, and the field attracts a host of quality thoroughbreds many of which are eyeing other Group 1 sprint targets over the coming weeks and months.
The Group 1 The Galaxy is one of Australia’s most bet on autumn horse races and has been run and won since 1972 when Playbill won the opening edition.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for over 50 years and each season The Galaxy field attracts the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
Standout winners of The Galaxy throughout its history include the inaugural winner Playbill, subsequent star sire Bletchingly, champion 2YO Luskin Star, the race’s only dual winner to date Grey Receiver, striking grey sprinter Schillaci, talented mare Sweet Chris Waller’s celebrated modern sprint hero Nature Strip who went on to win the world’s richest turf race with a 2021 The Everest victory a couple of years later, and the tenacious Eduardo.
Securing a victory in The Galaxy is a prestigious accomplishment within the racing community, drawing considerable attention from punters both locally and from international audiences, including those in New Zealand.
Taking place at Rosehill Racecourse in New South Wales on the east coast of Australia, The Galaxy is a 1100m event and the short distance specialists are the ones to back in the Slipper Day sprint feature.
The Galaxy has been held at Randwick, Warwick Farm, and Rosehill over its history with the latter its permanent home since 2013.
The race gained Group 1 status in 1984 the year Mr Illusion won The Galaxy.
Golden Slipper Stakes Day
Golden Slipper Stakes Day at Rosehill is one of the most anticipated events in the Australian racing calendar, held annually at Rosehill Gardens during the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival. This year, it will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
The day features the prestigious Golden Slipper Stakes, the world’s richest race for two-year-olds, with a prize pool of A$5 million. Alongside the Golden Slipper, the day includes other Group 1 races such as the George Ryder Stakes, Ranvet Stakes, The Galaxy, and Rosehill Guineas.
Key Golden Slipper Day Races:
- Golden Slipper Stakes: The highlight of the day, this Group 1 race is the richest two-year-old race in the world, with a prize pool of A$5 million. It covers a distance of 1200 metres and is run under set weight conditions.
- George Ryder Stakes: Another Group 1 race, this event is for three-year-olds and older, run over 1500 metres. It often features some of the best milers in the country.
- Ranvet Stakes: This Group 1 race is for horses aged three years and older, covering a distance of 2000 metres. It’s a key lead-up race to the A$5 million Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
- The Galaxy: A Group 1 sprint race over 1100 metres for three-year-olds and older. It’s known for its fast pace and thrilling finishes.
- Rosehill Guineas: This Group 1 race is for three-year-olds, run over 2000 metres. It’s a crucial race for horses aiming for the Australian Derby.
The day is packed with thrilling high-stakes racing, stylish fashion, and lively entertainment, making it an unmissable event for racing fans!
Get the best Golden Slipper Day racing odds for Rosehill, racing stats, previews, form and insider tips on races like The Galaxy now at the TAB NZ!
Where can you bet on The Galaxy?
The best place to bet on this year’s The Galaxy race is through the TAB NZ online.
The Galaxy Odds
The Galaxy odds and online betting tips on The Galaxy horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained sprinters in the race and backing the four and five-year-old mares in the mix who have a strong recent record over their male counterparts in the event.
Where can I find the latest The Galaxy odds?
For the latest odds and updates on The Galaxy, 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 Galaxy
Want to know how to make a bet on The Galaxy? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest The Galaxy betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on The Galaxy online.
You can place a The Galaxy bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on The Galaxy.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, The Galaxy is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest The Galaxy race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Rosehill racing, The Galaxy 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 Galaxy 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 Galaxy betting guide, The Galaxy form guide and our expert The Galaxy tips.
4. Choose a The Galaxy bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or The Galaxy Trifecta. There are many more The Galaxy betting options available so make sure to check out our The Galaxy betting markets.
5. Select The Galaxy horse you want to bet on from the early markets, The Galaxy nominations or The Galaxy field.
The Galaxy Prize Money
The Galaxy prize money is set at A$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place.
How much does The Galaxy winner get?
The winning The Galaxy horse receives a total of A$580,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of The Galaxy prizes on offer from The Galaxy winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official The Galaxy results.
First: A$580,000
Second: A$190,000
Third: A$96,000
Fourth: A$42,000
Fifth: A$21,000
Sixth – Eighth: A$10,000
Eighth – Tenth: A$8,000
How many horses have won The Galaxy twice?
Just one sprinter has won The Galaxy race more than once with Grey Receiver (1981 & 1982).
Multiple The Galaxy winners: Grey Receiver (1981 & 1982)
What makes betting on The Galaxy so popular?
The fact that The Galaxy is one of the key Group 1 short-distance sprint races run during the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival and one of the key March horse races in Australasia make it a must watch and must bet on racing event.
The Galaxy is a popular short-distance race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.
The race attracts some of Australia’s fastest and most talented sprinters. This ensures a highly competitive field, adding to the challenge and excitement of betting.
The Galaxy is a short-distance sprint, which means races are fast-paced and action-packed. This creates an exciting betting experience, as outcomes can change in an instant!
The Galaxy is a handicap race, meaning horses carry different weights based on their past performances. This levels the playing field, creating a more unpredictable and potentially lucrative betting environment.
Often The Galaxy attracts large fields of runners. Races with big fields add to the excitement and the chance of a good return.
The Galaxy often serves as a key lead-up race to other major events like The Championships at Randwick. Winners of The Galaxy race gain a ballot exemption for the TJ Smith Stakes.
For the best online betting on The Galaxy, consider tipping a horse to win both The Galaxy 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 Galaxy so special?
The Galaxy is held at the iconic Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, known for its world-class facilities and vibrant atmosphere, making it a favourite destination for racegoers.
The combination of thrilling competition, the chance to see top-tier horses in action, and the social experience of attending a major racing event contribute to the popularity of betting on The Galaxy.
The Galaxy serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using The Galaxy winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.
It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each autumn.
Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 1100m autumn event every season to see if their bets on The Galaxy race won!
The Galaxy 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 The Galaxy champions.
What are the popular betting markets for The Galaxy?
When it comes to betting on The Galaxy, 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 Galaxy in recent years?
Since the filly La Baraka in 1998, six mares have won The Galaxy with: Sweet Idea (2015), Griante (2016), In Her Time (2018), I Am Excited (2020), Mariamia (2023), and most recently Zapateo (2024).
In 2026, Marhoona became the first The Galaxy winning filly since La Baraka (1998).
What age group has the best The Galaxy record?
Three-year-olds have dominated The Galaxy results in recent years with nine saluting between 2000 and 2026, most recently Marhoona (2026).
The youngest recent The Galaxy winners are Russian Revolution (2017), Private Harry (2025) and the filly Marhoona (2026) who all saluted as a three-year-olds.
The oldest recent The Galaxy winner was Eduardo who saluted as a seven-year-old in 2021.
Between 2000 and 2026 the breakdown of The Galaxy winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 9 (latest Marhoona in 2026)
4YOs – 5 (latest Nature Strip in 2019)
5YOs – 8 (latest Zapaeto in 2024)
6YOs – 4 (latest Mariamia in 2023)
7YOs – 1 (latest Eduardo in 2021)
What races will runners out of The Galaxy target next?
Following a run in The Galaxy many horses will target upcoming autumn Group 1 features including the Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m) at Randwick in mid-April.
No runner has completed The Galaxy / TJ Smith Stakes double in the same year since the filly La Baraka (1998).
The Galaxy Barriers
The Galaxy barrier draw and allocated The Galaxy 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 The Galaxy barrier draw?
Barrier 11 has produced 4 The Galaxy winners between 2000 and 2026, most recently Sweet Idea in 2015.
Barrier 15 is the widest gate to produce a The Galaxy winner between 2000 and 2026 with Padstow in 2001.
Barrier 6 is the last barrier to produce back-to-back The Galaxy winners with Private Harry (2025) and Marhoona (2026).
Barrier 6 is the latest The Galaxy winning barrier with Marhoona in 2026.
Breakdown of winning The Galaxy barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 2 (latest Griante in 2016)
Barrier 2 – 2 (latest Mariamia in 2023)
Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Nicconi in 2009)
Barrier 4 – 2 (latest Shelby Sixtysix in 2022)
Barrier 5 – 2 (latest Eduardo in 2021)
Barrier 6 – 3 (latest Marhoona in 2026)
Barrier 7 – 1 (latest Proprietor in 2006)
Barrier 8 – 2 (latest Zapateo in 2024)
Barrier 9 – 3 (latest Nature Strip in 2019)
Barrier 10 – 1 (latest In Her Time in 2018)
Barrier 11 – 4 (latest Sweet Idea in 2015)
Barrier 12 – 1 (latest Mistegic in 2002)
Barrier 13 –1 (latest Shellscrape* in 2010)
Barrier 14 – 1 (latest Russian Revolution in 2017)
Barrier 15 – 1 (latest Padstow in 2001)
*In 2010 Shellscrape was original 2nd past the post to Ortensia (barrier 8) who was subsequently disqualified.
The Galaxy Form
We offer a complete The Galaxy form guide and expert analysis on every horse in The Galaxy field in addition to insider The Galaxy racing tips and betting odds.
Our The Galaxy form guides include:
- The Galaxy 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 Galaxy or you are an expert The Galaxy tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on The Galaxy.
How to Read The Galaxy Form Guide
Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how to interpret a horse’s form and performance indicators when looking at this year’s The Galaxy 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 Galaxy race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to The Galaxy, as this can impact performance.
The Galaxy Results
The Galaxy results are known when the event takes place in March annually.
You can bet on The Galaxy race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures The Galaxy markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on The Galaxy results entails picking The Galaxy winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on The Galaxy field with our The Galaxy tips and form guide.
Other The Galaxy race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete The Galaxy 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 Galaxy results!
The Galaxy exotic results show how all the exotic The Galaxy bet types resulted like The Galaxy Quinella, The Galaxy Exacta, The Galaxy Trifecta, and The Galaxy First Four.
The Galaxy Jockeys
Securing a ride in The Galaxy 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 Galaxy field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official The Galaxy jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Kerrin McEvoy is the latest The Galaxy winning jockey having ridden Marhoona to victory in 2026.
Between 2005 and 2026, the most successful jockey in recent The Galaxy history with four victories is Kerrin McEvoy on Bel Sprinter (2013), Russian Revolution (2017), Zapateo (2024) and Marhoona (2026).
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of The Galaxy horses this summer.
The Galaxy Trainers
The most successful trainer in recent The Galaxy history with three wins since 2005 is Joseph Pride with Tiger Tees (2014), Eduardo (2021) and Mariamia (2023).
Michael Freedman is The Galaxy winning trainer having prepared Marhoona in 2026.
The Galaxy Winners
Notable The Galaxy winners throughout history include:
Playbill (1972): Playbill was the inaugural winner of The Galaxy in 1972. This victory marked the beginning of what would become one of Australia’s premier sprint races. Playbill’s win set the stage for future champions to showcase their speed and agility over the 1,100-metre distance at Rosehill Gardens.
Bletchingly (1975): Bletchingly was a standout sprinter who won The Galaxy in 1975. Known for his exceptional speed, Bletchingly went on to become a successful sire, producing numerous top-class racehorses. His influence on Australian racing extended well beyond his own racing career.
Luskin Star (1978): Luskin Star was a champion two-year-old who won The Galaxy in 1978. His victory in this race was part of a stellar career that included winning the Australian 2YO Triple Crown. Luskin Star’s dominance as a juvenile made him one of the most celebrated racehorses of his time.
Grey Receiver (1981, 1982): Grey Receiver is the only horse to have won The Galaxy twice, achieving this feat in consecutive years, 1981 and 1982. His back-to-back victories showcased his consistency and sprinting prowess, making him a memorable figure in the history of the race.
Schillaci (1992): Schillaci was a champion grey sprinter who won The Galaxy in 1992. Known for his striking appearance and incredible speed, Schillaci won a total of eight Group 1 races during his career. His victory in The Galaxy was a highlight in a career filled with major successes.
Sweet Idea (2015): Sweet Idea was a talented mare who won The Galaxy in 2015. Her victory in this race was part of a successful career that included multiple Group 1 wins. Sweet Idea’s ability to compete at the highest level made her a standout performer in Australian racing.
Nature Strip (2019): Nature Strip is one of the most celebrated sprinters in recent history. His victory in The Galaxy in 2019 was part of a career that saw him crowned the 2019/20 Australian Champion Racehorse of the Year. Known for his blistering speed, Nature Strip has won numerous Group 1 races, including the prestigious TJ Smith Stakes.
Eduardo (2021): Eduardo is a modern-day sprinting star who won The Galaxy in 2021. His victory in this race was part of a career that includes multiple Group 1 wins. Eduardo’s tenacity and speed have made him a formidable competitor in Australia’s top sprint races.
Mariamia (2023): Mariamia was a six-year-old mare who won The Galaxy in 2023. Trained by Joseph Pride and ridden by apprentice jockey Tyler Schiller, Mariamia’s victory was an upset, showcasing her ability to compete against top-class sprinters. This win added to her impressive record and highlighted her talent.
Zapateo (2024): Zapateo, a mare trained by James Cummings, won The Galaxy in 2024. Her victory came as a notable upset, with Zapateo showcasing her sprinting ability by winning the race at a big price. This win added to her growing list of achievements and demonstrated her potential as a top sprinter.
Marhoona (2026): Marhoona made history as a three-year-old filly in 2026 becoming the first filly to win The Galaxy since La Baraka (1998). Her narrow upset at $12 came a year on from her Golden Slipper win the autumn prior as a juvenile, marking her as one of the most tenacious young fillies getting around.
Bet on the next The Galaxy winner with our comprehensive The Galaxy form guide and expert The Galaxy tips at the TAB NZ!
Past The Galaxy Results
Recent The Galaxy 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 | MARHOONA (AUS) 3F SNITZEL (AUS) – SALMA (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) | KERRIN MCEVOY | 52.0 | MICHAEL FREEDMAN | 6 |
| 2025 | PRIVATE HARRY (AUS) 3C HARRY ANGEL (IRE) – HAPPY PILGRIM (AUS) CONGRATS (USA) | ASHLEY MORGAN | 53.0 | NATHAN DOYLE | 6 |
| 2024 | ZAPATEO (AUS) 5M BRAZEN BEAU (AUS) – JEREZANA (AUS) LONHRO (AUS) | KERRIN MCEVOY | 53.0 | JAMES CUMMINGS | 8 |
| 2023 | MARIAMIA (AUS) 6M TORONADO (IRE) – QUINTA LAGO (AUS) ENCOSTA DE LAGO (AUS) | TYLER SCHILLER | 51.0 | JOSEPH PRIDE | 2 |
| 2022 | SHELBY SIXTYSIX (AUS) 5G TORONADO (IRE) – STORM KITE (AUS) HONOURS LIST (IRE) | ROBBIE DOLAN | 52.5 | DANNY WILLIAMS | 4 |
| 2021 | EDUARDO (AUS) 7G HOST (CHI) – BLUSHING (AUS) FANTASTIC LIGHT (USA) | N RAWILLER | 57.0 | JOSEPH PRIDE | 5 |
| 2020 | I AM EXCITED (AUS) 5M SNITZEL (AUS) – LADY BECKWORTH (AUS) GENERAL NEDIYM (AUS) | TIM CLARK | 52.0 | DAVID PFIEFFER | 2 |
| 2019 | NATURE STRIP (AUS) 4G NICCONI (AUS) – STRIKELINE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | JAMES MCDONALD | 55.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 9 |
| 2018 | IN HER TIME (AUS) 5M TIME THIEF (AUS) – HELL IT’S HOT (AUS) ZEDITAVE (AUS) | Z PURTON | 55.0 | BENJAMIN SMITH | 10 |
| 2017 | RUSSIAN REVOLUTION (AUS) 3C SNITZEL (AUS) – BALLET D’AMOUR (USA) STRAVINSKY (USA) | K MCEVOY | 51.0 | P & P SNOWDEN | 14 |
| 2016 | GRIANTE (AUS) 5M GOOD JOURNEY (USA) – GRAND STRATEGY (AUS) STRATEGIC (AUS) | CRAIG WILLIAMS | 51.0 | DAVID BRIDEOAKE | 1 |
| 2015 | SWEET IDEA (AUS) 4M SNITZEL (AUS) – FLIDAIS (AUS) TIMBER COUNTRY (USA) | B SHINN | 55.5 | MS G WATERHOUSE | 11 |
| 2014 | TIGER TEES (NZ) 6G DUBAWI (IRE) – PARFORE (NZ) GOLD BROSE (AUS) | N RAWILLER | 55.0 | JOSEPH PRIDE | 4 |
| 2013 | BEL SPRINTER (AUS) 5G BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – GAVROCHE (AUS) SNIPPETS (AUS) | K MCEVOY | 53.5 | JASON WARREN | 11 |
| 2012 | TEMPLE OF BOOM (AUS) 5G PICCOLO (GB) – TEMPLE SPIRIT (AUS) SPECIAL DANE (AUS) | JAMES MCDONALD | 57.0 | TONY GOLLAN | 8 |
| 2011 | ATOMIC FORCE (AUS) 5G DANEHILL DANCER (IRE) – SHOW OF FORCE (AUS) LUSKIN STAR (AUS) | TIM CLARK | 51.5 | DARREN SMITH | 5 |
| 2010 | SHELLSCRAPE (AUS) 3C DANE SHADOW (AUS) – KISMA (AUS) SNIPPETS (AUS) | D DUNN | 53.5 | CHRIS WALLER | 13 |
| 2009 | NICCONI (AUS) 3C BIANCONI (USA) – NICOLA LASS (AUS) SCENIC (IRE) | CRAIG WILLIAMS | 51.0 | D A HAYES | 3 |
| 2008 | TYPHOON ZED (AUS) 4G ZEDITAVE (AUS) – ROYAL DIPLOMA (USA) HONOR GRADES (USA) | TIM CLARK | 52.5 | T R MARTIN | 11 |
| 2007 | MAGNUS (AUS) 4H FLYING SPUR (AUS) – SCANDINAVIA (AUS) SNIPPETS (AUS) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 54.5 | PETER G MOODY | 6 |
| 2006 | PROPRIETOR (AUS) 6G BELONG TO ME (USA) – KISS IN VAIN (AUS) VAIN (AUS) | S BASTER | 55.5 | PAUL PERRY | 7 |
| 2005 | CHARGE FORWARD (AUS) 3C RED RANSOM (USA) – SYDNEY’S DREAM (AUS) BLETCHINGLY (AUS) | D BEADMAN | 52.5 | JOHN O’SHEA | 11 |
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