The 2026 William Reid Stakes ran on Saturday March 21 at Caulfield, Melbourne, Australia, and was won by the ultra-consistent Cindy Alderson-trained Jigsaw ($5.50)!
| 2. Jigsaw (11) J: Logan Bates 58.5kg 11x11T: Cindy Alderson | ||
| 4. Angel Capital (6) J: Jye Mcneil 58.5kg 62x43T: Chris Waller | ||
| 11. Devil Night (8) J: Beau Mertens 56kg 564x2T: M, W & J Hawkes | ||
| 9. Charm Stone (3) J: Thomas Stockdale 56.5kg 0x16xT: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | ||
| 5. Baraqiel (5) J: Ben Allen 58.5kg 112x4T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin | ||
| 3. Rey Magnerio (7) J: William Pike 58.5kg 1331xT: Robbie Griffiths | ||
| 1. Jimmysstar (1) J: Mark Zahra 58.5kg 2311xT: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 10. Benedetta (4) J: Daniel Stackhouse 56.5kg 58x36T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 8. Magic Time (10) J: Michael Dee 56.5kg 1302xT: Grahame Begg | ||
| 7. Tropicus (2) J: Jamie Mott 58.5kg 126x1T: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 6. Airman (9) J: John Allen 58.5kg 7409xT: M, W & J Hawkes |
William Reid Stakes Info
- 2026 William Reid Stakes Date: Saturday the 21st of March 2026
- Track Location: Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Distance: 1,200m
- Conditions: Weight-For-Age; 3YOs & Upwards
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,000,000
- First Run: 1925
- Reigning William Reid Stakes Winner: Jigsaw (2026)
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The Group 1 William Reid Stakes is an important WFA sprint test for Australia and New Zealand’s top short-distance racehorses. It is one of the most popular Group 1 races held each Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival and traditionally takes place Melbourne’s Moonee Valley Racecourse on a Saturday in late March as the headline race on William Reid Stakes Day conducted by the Moonee Valley Racing Club.
In 2026 the William Reid Stakes was run by the Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) and took place at Caulfield Racecourse with Moonee Valley under redevelopment.
It is one of the key weight-for-age races in Victoria and draws a field of the best six-furlong sprinters.
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TAB NZ provides in-depth racing analysis, form guides, and betting facts to help you navigate the competitive field of autumn contenders.
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William Reid Stakes Fast Facts
- Last mare to win the William Reid Stakes: Imperatriz (2023 & 2024)
- Last dual William Reid Stakes winner: Imperatriz (2023 & 2024)
- Last New Zealand trained William Reid Stakes winner: Imperatriz (2023 & 2024)
- Last favourite to win the William Reid Stakes: Imperatriz ($3.60 in 2023 and $1.70 in 2024)
- Last three-year-old William Reid Stakes winner: Loving Gaby (2020)
- Last filly to win the William Reid Stakes: Loving Gaby (2020)
- Notable Fact: For her second win in 2024 Imperatriz led home an all-mares’ first four in the William Reid!
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William Reid Stakes Betting Info
William Reid Stakes betting is open months ahead of the Group 1 autumn sprint race at the TAB NZ.
We offer pre-nomination Wiliam Reid Stakes betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures William Reid Stakes odds online.
All-In William Reid Stakes betting markets are then available following the official William Reid Stakes nominations taken the Monday of race week.
Betting on the William Reid Stakes field is available following final acceptances on the Tuesday of race week.
Betting on the William Reid Stakes favours the locally trained champions from the best Australian horse racing stables in Melbourne and here in New Zealand.
William Reid Stakes race betting traditionally focuses on any past Group 1 winning gallopers who have an outstanding record in the event and those proven at weight-for-age.
William Reid Stakes race tips centre on the standout sprint champions in Australia and New Zealand that have good lead-up form in similar grade autumn events, horses with previous experience at the tight Moonee Valley racing track (which was a non-factor in 2026 with the race held at Caulfield) and the four-year-old runners who have a strong strike rate.
The William Reid Stakes is a weight-for-age event open to horses aged three-years-old and upwards.
Expert Tips on the 2026 William Reid Stakes
Stay tuned for our expert tips and William Reid Stakes betting predictions ahead of this year’s Group 1 feature running at Caulfield with The Valley track out of action.
| 1. Jimmysstar (1) J: Mark Zahra 58.5kg 2311xT: Ciaron Maher |
| 2. Jigsaw (11) J: Logan Bates 58.5kg 11×11T: Cindy Alderson |
| 3. Rey Magnerio (7) J: William Pike 58.5kg 1331xT: Robbie Griffiths |
William Reid Stakes Tips
William Reid Stakes tips on which horse will win the next edition of Victoria’s 1200m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Melbourne sprint race heats up.
William Reid Stakes race tips on what horse will win the event this year are highly sought after by smart punters and racing fans every season.
When looking at William Reid Stakes race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the William Reid Stakes field are proven over the distance?
- Who the key William Reid Stakes trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the William Reid Stakes field this year?
- William Reid Stakes barrier statistics and where your William Reid Stakes betting selections are drawn.
- William Reid Stakes horses that have a good past record at the notoriously tight Moonee Valley track. Note, the race runs at Caulfield in 2026.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning William Reid Stakes race tip? The event itself takes around 1 minute and 10 seconds for the competing horses to run the 1,200m trip depending on track conditions.
The official William Reid Stakes winner and winning William Reid Stakes trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish William Reid Stakes result.
Who holds the William Reid Stakes race record? Spanish Mix holds the current 1200m William Reid Stakes race record winning in 1993 in 1 minute 08:80 seconds.
What are the best William Reid Stakes lead-up races to look at when placing a William Reid Stakes bet?
There are a number of earlier autumn sprint races William Reid Stakes bound horses may contest in the lead-up including the Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning (1000m) at Flemington in mid-February, Caulfield’s Group 1 Oakleigh Plate (1100m) on Blue Diamond Day in late February, Sydney’s Group 1 Canterbury Stakes (1300m) at Randwick in early March, and the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap (1200m) run down the famous Flemington “Straight Six”.
Imperatriz (2024) was the last horse to complete the Black Caviar Lightning / William Reid Stakes double in the same year.
Flamberge (2016) was the last horse to complete the Oakleigh Plate / William Reid Stakes double in the same year.
Imperatriz (2nd in 2023) was the last William Reid Stakes winner to come via a lead-up in the Canterbury Stakes.
Sunlight (2019) was the last horse to complete the Newmarket Handicap / William Reid Stakes double in the same year.
For New Zealand runners looking to make the trip to Melbourne for the William Reid Stakes, one of the key races for them at home to contest in the lead-up is the Group 1 BCD Group Sprint (1400m) at Te Rapa in early February.
Imperatriz (2023) was the last horse to complete the trans-Tasman BCD Group Sprint / William Reid Stakes double.
Australian-Bred Horses in the William Reid Stakes
Betting on the Australian-bred horses in the field is hugely popular with the race results showing the locally foaled horses have absolutely dominated with Australia known for breeding excellent sprinters.
Looking back over the William Ried Stakes history and statistics shows that the only William Reid Stakes winner to be bred outside of Australia between 2000 and 2026 was Cape Of Good Hope (GB) in 2005.
William Reid Stakes Tips for a Trifecta
William Reid Stakes tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the William Reid Stakes results.
The horse to finish on top of the William Reid Stakes trifecta is your William Reid Stakes winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a William Reid 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 William Reid 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 William Reid Stakes to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Adding the favourite into your William Reid Stakes trifecta bet is a top tip as the favourites have a strong recent strike-rate running in the money.
Key William Reid Stakes Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s William Reid Stakes by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the William Reid Stakes. Our William Reid 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. William Reid Stakes race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from wider barriers have recently shown a higher success rate in the William Reid Stakes.
2026 William Reid Stakes Field
Nominations close: Monday March 16, 2026, 12:00PM AEDT
Weights declared by: Monday March 16, 2026, 4:00PM AEDT
Acceptances must be declared before: Wednesday March 18, 2026, 10:00AM AEDT
Riders must be declared before: Wednesday March 18, 2026, 1:00PM AEDT
William Reid Stakes betting takes place on the popular race which is held at Melbourne’s Moonee Valley Racecourse (Caulfield in 2026) on a Saturday in late March annually.
It is held in Melbourne on the same date Sydney hosts its bumper Golden Slipper Stakes Day card led by the Group 1 $5 million Golden Slipper Stakes, which is the richest race for two-year-olds.
New Zealand meanwhile hosts the Group 1 New Zealand Oaks on the same date in Wellington.
William Reid Stakes odds are offered on the esteemed Group 1 WFA event, and the field attracts a host of quality thoroughbreds many of which are eyeing other Group 1 targets in the autumn majors including Sydney’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m) at Randwick in early April.
The Group 1 William Reid Stakes is one of Australia’s most popular autumn horse races for sprinters and has been run and won since 1925 when The Night Patrol won. The Night Patrol would also go on to defend his title in 1926 to become the first two-time champion.
The event was known as the Australia Made Stakes (1994-95) and the Australia Stakes (1996-2009) before returning to its original name in 2010 which honours former Melbourne Valley Racing Club (MVRC) committee member William Reid and prominent racehorse owner.
In 1995 the race was held outside of The Valley for the first time and hosted by Flemington Racecourse when class sprinter Hareeba won.
In 2026 the race will again be held away from Moonee Valley (under redevelopment) and run at Caulfield.
It has been a key event on Australia’s racing calendar for a century and continues to attract the best horses, jockeys and trainers from across the country and New Zealand.
Standout William Reid Stakes winners include the inaugural dual champ The Night Patrol, Comic Court who also won a Melbourne Cup during his career, five-time consecutive hero Manikato, international performer Miss Andretti, the baldy faced Apache Cat, unbeaten sprint queen Black Caviar, the mighty Sunlight, and New Zealand’s own Imperatriz.
Securing the William Reid Stakes is a major accomplishment for all involved, and the race is a focal point for punters across Australia and New Zealand every autumn.
The William Reid Stakes was elevated to Group 1 status in 1987 the year Canny Lass won.
William Reid Stakes Day
The 2026 William Reid Stakes Day card is scheduled to be held on Saturday, March 21st at Caulfield Racecourse with the meeting’s traditional home at The Valley undergoing redevelopment.
This day is headlined by the prestigious Group 1 sprint race, run over 1200 meters under Weight-For-Age conditions.
The meeting awill also feature other notable races, including the Group 2 Sunline Stakes and Group 2 Alister Clark Stakes which is run over the same track and trip as the spring’s iconic Cox Plate race in October.
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Where can you bet on the William Reid Stakes?
The best place to bet on this year’s William Reid Stakes race is through the TAB NZ online.
William Reid Stakes Odds
William Reid Stakes odds and online betting tips on the William Reid Stakes horse race in Australia are dominated by proven Group 1 horses, the locally trained sprinters in the race and backing the mares in the mix who have a strong recent record over their male counterparts in the event.
Where can I find the latest William Reid Stakes odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the William Reid 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 William Reid Stakes
Want to know how to make a bet on the William Reid Stakes? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest William Reid Stakes betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the William Reid Stakes online.
You can place a William Reid Stakes bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the William Reid Stakes.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the William Reid Stakes is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest William Reid Stakes race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the autumn Melbourne racing, the William Reid Stakes has it all!
This important autumn race showcases Australia’s finest thoroughbreds and attracts attention from all over the country and here in New Zealand as one of the best events in the autumn!
How to Bet on the William Reid Stakes this year?
1. Log in or sign-up with TAB NZ.
2. Make a secure online deposit using one of the TAB NZ safe deposit methods.
3. Check out the William Reid Stakes betting guide, William Reid Stakes form guide and our expert William Reid Stakes tips.
4. Choose a William Reid Stakes bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the William Reid Stakes Trifecta. There are many more William Reid Stakes betting options available so make sure to check out our William Reid Stakes betting markets.
5. Select the William Reid Stakes horse you want to bet on from the early markets, William Reid Stakes nominations or William Reid Stakes field.
William Reid Stakes Prize Money
The William Reid Stakes prize money is set at A$1 million in total stakes allocated between first to eighth place.
How much does the William Reid Stakes winner get?
The winning William Reid Stakes horse receives a total of A$600,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of William Reid Stakes prizes on offer from the William Reid Stakes winner to the eighth horse to cross the finish line in the official William Reid Stakes results.
First: A$600,000
Second: A$100,000
Third: A$90,000
Fourth: A$45,000
Fifth: A$25,000
Sixth – Eighth: A$20,000
How many horses have won the William Reid Stakes twice?
Nine horses have won multiple editions of the William Reid Stakes, most recently Imperatriz in 2023 and 2024.
The only horses to win the William Reid Stakes more than twice are three-time champion Flying Halo (1952, 1953 & 1955) and the heroic five-time champion Manikato (1979-83).
Multiple William Reid Stakes winners: The Night Patrol (1925-26), Heros (1934-35), Flying Halo (1952, 1953 & 1955), Golden Doubles (1957-58), All Shot (1973-74), Manikato (1979-83), Apache Cat (2008-09), Black Caviar (2011 & 2013), and Imperatriz (2023-24).
What makes betting on the William Reid Stakes so popular?
The William Reid Stakes is a popular sprint race that has produced a host of subsequent Group 1 winning horses both locally and across the Tasman.
The 1200m sprint delivers an exhilarating, rapid-fire contest, resulting in a highly volatile betting scene where outcomes can shift in an instant.
Moonee Valley’s tight turns and short straight make for a very tactical race. This adds an extra layer of complexity and excitement to betting, as jockey positioning and track knowledge become crucial. Note, the event is held at Caulfield in 2026.
Often the race has horses that have recently competed in other high quality sprint races, such as the Oakleigh Plate, this gives punters good form lines to follow.
The William Reid Stakes often serves as a key lead-up race to other major events like The Championships at Randwick including the Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m).
For the best online betting on the William Reid Stakes, consider tipping a horse to win both the William Reid Stakes and another Group 1 race over the carnival in an autumn race double!
The race’s competitive nature and the presence of high-profile horses provide numerous betting opportunities, from win/place bets to exotic bets like trifectas and quinellas.
What makes the William Reid Stakes so special?
The William Reid Stakes is held at the iconic Moonee Valley course, a track unique due to its tight course layout, being host to the iconic Cox Plate race in the spring, and its vibrant night racing atmosphere. However, with The Valley undergoing redevelopment in 2026 it runs at Caulfield.
The William Reid Stakes’ betting appeal is driven by its high-octane racing, the presence of elite sprinters, and the vibrant social atmosphere of a premier sprint race at The Valley.
The William Reid Stakes serves as a great guide historically to other important Australian and New Zealand Group 1 races so using the William Reid Stakes winners’ list for upcoming Group events is popular with punters.
It is a highly competitive and prestigious race that grows in popularity each autumn.
Australian and international racing fans, including those in New Zealand, tune into the thrilling 1200m autumn event every season to see if their bets on the William Reid Stakes race won!
The William Reid Stakes currently offers AU$1,000,000 in prize money plus bragging rights with jockeys, trainers and owners from across the country and further abroad keen to add their names to the list of William Reid Stakes champions.
What are the popular betting markets for the William Reid Stakes?
When it comes to betting on the William Reid 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 William Reid Stakes in recent years?
Mares have won 17 of the last 34 editions of the William Reid Stakes, most recently in 2022 with September Run followed by dual champion Imperatriz in 2023-24.
What age group has the best William Reid Stakes record?
Three and five-year-olds have dominated the William Reid Stakes results in recent years seven from each age group saluting between 2000 and 2026, most recently Loving Gaby (3YO in 2020) and Imperatriz (5YO in 2024).
The youngest recent William Reid Stakes winners were Sunlight (2019) and Loving Gaby (2020) who went back-to-back for the three-year-old fillies.
The oldest recent William Reid Stakes winner was Toledo who saluted as an eight-year-old in 2002.
Between 2000 and 2026 the breakdown of William Reid Stakes winners by age is as follows:
3YOs – 7 (latest Loving Gaby in 2020)
4YOs – 6 (latest Schwarz in 2025)
5YOs – 7 (latest Imperatriz in 2024)
6YOs – 4 (latest Flamberge in 2016)
7YOs – 2 (latest Jigsaw in 2026)
8YOs – 1 (latest Toledo in 2002)
What races will runners out of the William Reid Stakes target next?
Following a run in the William Reid Stakes many horses will target upcoming autumn Group 1 features including the Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m) at Randwick in mid-April.
Black Caviar (2013) was the last runner to complete the William Reid Stakes / TJ Smith Stakes interstate race double.
William Reid Stakes Barriers
The William Reid Stakes barrier draw and allocated William Reid Stakes 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 William Reid Stakes barrier draw?
Barrier 2 has produced five William Reid Stakes winners between 2000 and 2026, most recently Mased Crusader in 2021.
Barrier 11 is the widest gate to produce a William Reid Stakes winner between 2000 and 2026, most recently with Jigsaw (2026).
Barrier 10 was the last gate to produce back-to-back William Reid Stakes winners with Silent Sedition (2017) and Hellbent (2018).
Barrier 11 is the latest William Reid Stakes winning barrier with Jigsaw in 2026.
Breakdown of winning William Reid Stakes barriers between 2000-26:
Barrier 1 – 3 (latest Foxwedge in 2012)
Barrier 2 – 5 (latest Masked Crusader in 2021)
Barrier 3 – 1 (latest Turffontein in 2010)
Barrier 4 – 1 (latest Miss Pennymoney in 2000)
Barrier 5 – 3 (latest Schwarz in 2025)
Barrier 6 – 3 (latest Black Caviar in 2013)
Barrier 7 – 2 (latest Imperatriz in 2023)
Barrier 8 – 1 (latest Spirit Of Boom in 2014)
Barrier 9 – 3 (latest Imperatriz in 2024)
Barrier 10 – 4 (latest September Run in 2022)
Barrier 11 – 1 (latest Jigsaw in 2026)
William Reid Stakes Form
We offer a complete William Reid Stakes form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the William Reid Stakes field in addition to insider William Reid Stakes racing tips and betting odds.
Our William Reid Stakes form guides include:
- William Reid 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 William Reid Stakes or you are an expert William Reid Stakes tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the William Reid Stakes.
How to Read the William Reid 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 William Reid 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 William Reid Stakes race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the William Reid, as this can impact performance.
William Reid Stakes Results
The William Reid Stakes results are known when the event takes place in March annually.
You can bet on the William Reid Stakes race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures William Reid Stakes markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the William Reid Stakes results entails picking the William Reid Stakes winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the William Reid Stakes field with our William Reid Stakes tips and form guide.
Other William Reid Stakes race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete William Reid Stakes finishing order shows what position every horse in the field ran.
Some punters even like to place bets on what horse will finish last in the William Reid Stakes results!
William Reid Stakes exotic results show how all the exotic William Reid Stakes bet types resulted like the William Reid Stakes Quinella, William Reid Stakes Exacta, William Reid Stakes Trifecta, and William Reid Stakes First Four.
William Reid Stakes Jockeys
Securing a ride in the William Reid Stakes field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around Australia and New Zealand. Winning this important autumn race is a nice campaign goal for many of Australasia’s top riders looking to secure a Group 1 trophy during the carnival.
What jockeys are riding in the William Reid Stakes field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official William Reid Stakes jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Apprentice Logan Bates is the latest William Reid Stakes winning jockey having ridden Jigsaw to victory in 2026.
Opie Bosson is the latest back-to-back William Reid Stakes winning jockey having ridden Imperatriz in 2023 and 2024.
Since 2005 the most successful jockeys in recent William Reid Stakes history has been Craig Williams with three victories aboard Hellbent (2018), Loving Gaby (2020), and September Run (2022).
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the William Reid Stakes horses this summer.
William Reid Stakes Trainers
Since 2005 the most successful trainer in recent William Reid Stakes history is Peter Moody with three victories with Black Caviar (2011 & 2013) and Flamberge (2016).
Cindy Alderson is the latest William Reid Stakes winning trainer having prepared Jigsaw for his 2026 victory.
William Reid Stakes Winners
Notable William Reid Stakes winners throughout history include:
The Night Patrol (1925, 1926): The Night Patrol was the inaugural winner of the William Reid Stakes in 1925 and successfully defended his title in 1926. Known for his consistency and speed, The Night Patrol set the standard for future champions in this prestigious sprint race.
Comic Court (1951): Comic Court, a versatile racehorse, won the William Reid Stakes in 1951. His victory in this race was notable as he had previously won the Melbourne Cup in 1950, showcasing his ability to excel over both sprint and distance races.
Manikato (1979-1983): Manikato is one of the most legendary sprinters in Australian racing history, winning the William Reid Stakes five consecutive times from 1979 to 1983. His dominance in this race, along with his numerous other Group 1 victories, solidified his status as an all-time great. The Group 1 Manikato Sprint (1200m) held at Moonee Valley in the spring is named in his honour.
Miss Andretti (2007): Miss Andretti was a champion mare who won the William Reid Stakes in 2007. Known for her blistering speed, she also achieved international success by winning the King’s Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot, making her one of Australia’s top sprinters.
Apache Cat (2008, 2009): Apache Cat, famous for his distinctive white face, won the William Reid Stakes in 2008 and 2009. His victories in this race were part of a career that included multiple Group 1 wins, making him a fan favorite and a standout performer.
Black Caviar (2011, 2013): Black Caviar, one of the most celebrated racehorses in the world, won the William Reid Stakes twice, in 2011 and 2013. Undefeated in her 25-race career, Black Caviar’s victories in this race were among her many achievements that captivated racing fans globally.
Sunlight (2019): Sunlight was a talented mare who won the William Reid Stakes in 2019. Her victory in this race was part of a successful career that included multiple Group 1 wins, showcasing her speed and consistency at the highest level.
Loving Gaby (2020): Loving Gaby, a three-year-old filly, won the William Reid Stakes in 2020. Her victory was notable as she also won the Manikato Stakes, making her one of the standout sprinters of her generation.
September Run (2022): September Run won the William Reid Stakes in 2022, marking her first victory since the spring of 2020. Known for her strong finishing burst, her win in this race highlighted her ability to compete against top-class sprinters.
Imperatriz (2023, 2024): Imperatriz, a New Zealand-trained mare, won the William Reid Stakes in 2023 and successfully defended her title in 2024. Her victories in this race were part of a career that included multiple Group 1 wins, showcasing her dominance and consistency in sprint races.
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Past William Reid Stakes Results
Recent William Reid Stakes winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2005 are detailed in the below table.
| Year | Winner – Age/Gender Breeding | Jockey | Weight (kgs) | Trainer/s | Barrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | JIGSAW (AUS) 7G MANHATTAN RAIN (AUS) – DEMANDZ (NZ) LONHRO (AUS) | LOGAN BATES (a) | 58.5 | CINDY ALDERSON | 11 |
| 2025 | SCHWARZ (AUS) 4H ZOUSTAR (AUS) – SUMMER SHAM (AUS) NOT A SINGLE DOUBT (AUS) | JAMIE MOTT | 58.5 | JOHN O’SHEA & TOM CHARLTON | 5 |
| 2024 | IMPERATRIZ (AUS) 5M I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – BERIMBAU (AUS) SHAMARDAL (USA) | O P BOSSON | 56.5 | MARK WALKER | 9 |
| 2023 | IMPERATRIZ (AUS) 4M I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – BERIMBAU (AUS) SHAMARDAL (USA) | O P BOSSON | 56.5 | MARK WALKER | 7 |
| 2022 | SEPTEMBER RUN (AUS) 4M EXCEED AND EXCEL (AUS) – PITTSBURGH FLYER (AUS) STREET CRY (IRE) | CRAIG WILLIAMS | 56.5 | CHRIS WALLER | 10 |
| 2021 | MASKED CRUSADER (AUS) 4G TORONADO (IRE) – SHE’S GOT GEARS (AUS) INVINCIBLE SPIRIT (IRE) | WILLIAM PIKE | 58.5 | MICHAEL & WAYNE & JOHN HAWKES | 2 |
| 2020 | LOVING GABY (AUS) 3F I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – MAASTRICHT (NZ) MASTERCRAFTSMAN (IRE) | CRAIG WILLIAMS | 54.0 | C MAHER & D EUSTACE | 5 |
| 2019 | SUNLIGHT (AUS) 3F ZOUSTAR (AUS) – SOLAR CHARGED (AUS) CHARGE FORWARD (AUS) | L CURRIE | 54.0 | TONY MCEVOY | 9 |
| 2018 | HELLBENT (AUS) 5H I AM INVINCIBLE (AUS) – VOLKASPRAY (NZ) VOLKSRAAD (GB) | CRAIG WILLIAMS | 58.5 | DARREN WEIR | 10 |
| 2017 | SILENT SEDITION (AUS) 4M WAR CHANT (USA) – FIORENTINA (AUS) DUBAI DESTINATION (USA) | KATELYN MALLYON | 56.5 | ANDREW NOBLET | 10 |
| 2016 | FLAMBERGE (AUS) 6G EXCEED AND EXCEL (AUS) – RAZOR BLADE (AUS) BLAZING SWORD (AUS) | B RAWILLER | 58.5 | PETER G MOODY | 2 |
| 2015 | LUCKY HUSSLER (AUS) 5G HUSSON (ARG) – TALAQ DANCER (AUS) BLACK HAWK (GB) | G BOSS | 58.5 | DARREN WEIR | 2 |
| 2014 | SPIRIT OF BOOM (AUS) 6H SEQUALO (AUS) – TEMPLE SPIRIT (AUS) SPECIAL DANE (AUS) | M RODD | 58.5 | TONY GOLLAN | 8 |
| 2013 | BLACK CAVIAR (AUS) 6M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – HELSINGE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | L NOLEN | 56.5 | PETER G MOODY | 6 |
| 2012 | FOXWEDGE (AUS) 3C FASTNET ROCK (AUS) – FOREST NATIVE (USA) FOREST WILDCAT (USA) | N RAWILLER | 56.0 | JOHN O’SHEA | 1 |
| 2011 | BLACK CAVIAR (AUS) 4M BEL ESPRIT (AUS) – HELSINGE (AUS) DESERT SUN (GB) | L NOLEN | 56.5 | PETER G MOODY | 6 |
| 2010 | TURFFONTEIN (AUS) 5H JOHANNESBURG (USA) – SPIRIT OF GRACE (AUS) DR. GRACE (NZ) | G BOSS | 58.5 | ANTHONY CUMMINGS | 3 |
| 2009 | APACHE CAT (AUS) 6G LION CAVERN (USA) – TENNESSEE BLAZE (AUS) WHISKEY ROAD (USA) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 58.5 | GREG EURELL | 2 |
| 2008 | APACHE CAT (AUS) 5G LION CAVERN (USA) – TENNESSEE BLAZE (AUS) WHISKEY ROAD (USA) | C W BROWN | 58.5 | GREG EURELL | 2 |
| 2007 | MISS ANDRETTI (AUS) 5M IHTIRAM (IRE) – PEGGIE’S BID (AUS) MAROONED (GB) | C NEWITT | 56.0 | D L FREEDMAN | 5 |
| 2006 | VIRAGE DE FORTUNE (AUS) 3F ANABAA (USA) – VIRAGE (AUS) KENMARE (FR) | G CHILDS | 52.0 | BRUCE MCLACHLAN | 9 |
| 2005 | CAPE OF GOOD HOPE (GB) 7G INCHINOR (GB) – CAPE MERINO (GB) CLANTIME (GB) | B PREBBLE | 57.5 | D OUGHTON | 7 |
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