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The 2026 Bletchingly Stakes runs on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Caulfield Racecourse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bletchingly Stakes is one of Caulfield\u2019s premier winter sprints, attracting some of the season\u2019s best speedsters and emerging early-spring contenders. With $200,000 in prize money on the line, the Group feature boasts an impressive honour roll of past winners, and another quality galloper will be looking to etch its name into the race\u2019s history this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find everything you need to make an informed bet on the Bletchingly Stakes, including the latest tips, odds, final field, race history, and key statistics. As the final Group race of the Australian season, it\u2019s a winter highlight that consistently delivers an exciting contest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2026 Bletchingly Stakes Odds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stay tuned for the latest Bletchingly Stakes odds and betting markets, including all-in and final field betting.<\/p>\n\n\n

Caulfield R7 – The Big Screen Company Bletchingly Stakes (G3)<\/span> <\/div>
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1. Cosmic Crusader (1)<\/span>
J: Daniel Stackhouse<\/span> 58.5kg<\/span><\/div>
3112x<\/span>T: Andrea Leek<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
3.20<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.45<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Has won previously first-up and resumes here after a break of seven months. Finished off last preparation second of 12 at Ascot in the G3 Gold Rush December 13 over 1400m, a long neck behind Rey Magnerio carrying 59kg at $2.60. Previous preparation first-up favourite; to post a big 3.5 len win. Belmont Park Rtg 72+ September 13 over 1400m slow track defeating Shmoov Moova with 57.5kg at $2.10. Class WA galloper who might just be too good.<\/td><\/tr>
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2. Recommendation (9)<\/span>
J: Thomas Stockdale<\/span> 58.5kg<\/span><\/div>
36426<\/span>T: Ciaron Maher<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
11.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
2.80<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Last start eased back early on 6th of 11 at this track in the G3 J Monash on July 11 over 1100m, on a slow track; 1.0 len behind Winnasedge carrying 58.5kg at $5.50. The run before that 2nd of 12 at Flemington Hcp on June 20 over 1100m, on a slow track; long-neck behind De Bergerac carrying 58kg at $15. Rough hope.<\/td><\/tr>
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3. Zou Sensation (8)<\/span>
J: Jamie Mott<\/span> 58.5kg<\/span><\/div>
18×50<\/span>T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
8.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
2.30<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Not raced for 49 days. Resuming 5th of 13 at Scone in the LR Luskinstar on May 16 over 1300m, 2.75 len behind Sun God with 58.5kg at $18. Second-up ran second last of 11 at Eagle Farm in the G2 Moreton Cup Swp on June 6 over 1200m, 5 len behind Uncommon James with 56kg at $13. Rates highly. Can do much better back home.<\/td><\/tr>
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4. Aztec Ruler (3)<\/span>
J: Patrick Moloney<\/span> 58.5kg<\/span><\/div>
2658x<\/span>T: Matt Laurie<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
27.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
5.00<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Resuming. Finished off last campaign when last of 8 at Flemington in the LR The Elms Hcp February 14 over 1400m, 6 len behind Cafe Millenium carrying 57.5kg at $12. First up last campaign ran last of 12 at Ascot in the LR Crawford October 18 over 1200m, 7 len behind Rope Them In with 57.5kg at $12. Others rate better this time.<\/td><\/tr>
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5. Title Fighter (7)<\/span>
J: Luke Cartwright<\/span> 58.5kg<\/span><\/div>
54090<\/span>T: Clayton Douglas<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
101.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
11.00<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Most recently ran second last of 11 at this track in the G3 J Monash on July 11 over 1100m, slow going 4 len behind Winnasedge carrying 58.5kg at $101. The race before that 9th of 11 at this track in the LR Bel Esprit on May 30 over 1100m, in the wet; 6 len behind Hearcomesthestar with 57kg at $21. Struggling to make an impact and happy to risk again.<\/td><\/tr>
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6. Watchme Win (6)<\/span>
J: Lachlan Neindorf<\/span> 58.5kg<\/span><\/div>
228×5<\/span>T: Andrew Gluyas<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
6.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.95<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Second run back. First-up after two months 5th of 11 at this track in the G3 J Monash on July 11 over 1100m, slow going 0.8 len behind Winnasedge carrying 58.5kg at $5. Previously second-up 2nd of 20 at Morphettville in the G3 Hawkes Stakes on April 25 over 1100m, 0.8 len behind Grand Larceny carrying 60kg at $11. Should be right there again.<\/td><\/tr>
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7. Winnasedge (5)<\/span>
J: Luke Currie<\/span> 58.5kg<\/span><\/div>
x6311<\/span>T: Nick Ryan<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
4.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.60<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Form hard to fault. Last start favourite; came from midfield and won by 0.5 len at this track G3 J Monash July 11 over 1100m on a soft track defeating Bellatrix Star with 58.5kg at $4.40. The run before that favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 1.3 len at this track Bm84 June 27 over 1100m on a rain affected track defeating Bazaball Rewarded carrying 60.5kg at $4.40. Won key lead up and is well placed again.<\/td><\/tr>
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8. Miraval Rose (2)<\/span>
J: Jordan Childs<\/span> 56.5kg<\/span><\/div>
144×4<\/span>T: Grahame Begg<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
5.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.75<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Second run back. First-up after eight months 4th of 11 at this track in the G3 J Monash on July 11 over 1100m, on a slow track; 0.7 len behind Winnasedge carrying 56.5kg at $12. Previously second-up won by 0.5 len at this track Mares-Swp September 20 over 1200m defeating Stretan Angel with 57kg at $9.50. Better for that, go close.<\/td><\/tr>
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9. Samangu (4)<\/span>
J: Michael Dee<\/span> 56.5kg<\/span><\/div>
48×67<\/span>T: Grahame Begg<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
31.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
5.50<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up eased back early on 6th of 12 at Flemington Hcp on June 20 over 1100m, slow going 2.25 len behind De Bergerac carrying 54kg at $41. Second run from a spell 7th of 9 at Flemington in the LR Santaanalane on July 4 over 1200m, slow going 2 len behind Ndola carrying 55kg at $9.50. Looking to others.<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 24\/07\/2026 04:55:04 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div>
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Bletchingly Stakes Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TAB has all your Bletchingly Stakes tips available for the feature race at Caulfield. It\u2019s a great starting point for sprinters looking to build up revvs before the Melbourne Spring Carnival, and many winners have subsequently run well in August, September, and October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Runners at the top of the market are often best-backed to win. It takes a good sprinter to win this race, and that\u2019s evident by this year\u2019s quality field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2026 Bletchingly Stakes Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our 2026 Bletchingly Stakes tips will be published when the final field is released, but punters can bet into all-in markets, which is a good way to secure early value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2026 Bletchingly Stakes shapes as an open affair, with Cosmic Crusader heading betting markets. The Perth-trained sprinter boasts the highest rating in the field (110) and brings an outstanding record across to Victoria, having won eight of his 17 starts while placing on another five occasions. Although he resumes from a spell after last racing in December, his fresh form suggests he will take plenty of beating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Miraval Rose is another leading contender after a solid first-up fourth. The Graeme Begg-trained mare is expected to improve with that run under her belt and returns to a track where she has consistently performed well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Sir John Monash Stakes once again looms as the key lead-up race. Several runners, including 2024 Bletchingly Stakes winner Recommendation, back up from the July 11 feature, making that form line one of the strongest guides for this year’s edition. With seven runners coming through the Sir John Monash Stakes, punters are likely to find plenty of clues when assessing the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bletchingly Stakes Race Info<\/h2>\n\n\n\n