All-In Victoria Derby betting markets are then available following the official Victoria Derby nominations taken the Monday of race week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Betting on the Victoria Derby field is available following final acceptances which close on the Tuesday or Wednesday of race week (Australian time). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Field & Acceptance Dates <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt is crucial to take note of when the Victoria Derby field is out<\/strong>, what time Victoria Derby nominations close<\/strong> and the official Victoria Derby acceptance dates<\/strong> when placing a Victoria Derby bet online as horses may drop out of the race and bets may be cancelled. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Victoria Derby field features a capacity of 16 horses with 4 emergencies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
See below for the official Victoria Derby field dates for 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- 2025 Victoria Derby Nominations<\/strong>: Close on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 12:00pm (Melbourne time).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 2025 Victoria Derby Final Field & Barrier Draw<\/strong>: Revealed on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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2024 VRC Derby winner Goldrush Guru. Photo: Ultimate Racing Photos. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhere can you bet on the Victoria Derby?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe best place to bet on this year\u2019s Victoria Derby race is through the TAB NZ online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Odds<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nVictoria Derby odds and online betting tips on the Victoria Derby<\/strong> are dominated by proven young stayers, Kiwi-bred colts heading towards the event, and Sydney graduates looking to frank the Randwick from in Melbourne. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I find the Victoria Derby odds?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor the latest odds and updates on the Victoria Derby, 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Place a Bet on the Victoria Derby<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWant to know how to make a bet on the Victoria Derby?<\/strong> Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Victoria Derby betting odds and options. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIt is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Victoria Derby online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can place a Victoria Derby bet online anytime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Victoria Derby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement of watching the next potential star stallion, the Victoria Derby is a race for everyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest odds, joining a Victoria Derby sweepstake with work mates, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the spring carnival at Flemington, the Victoria Derby offers it all! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This iconic race showcases Australia’s finest young thoroughbreds and attracts racing enthusiasts from all over the globe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Bet on the Victoria Derby in 2025?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. Log in or sign-up with TAB NZ. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Make a secure online deposit using one of the TAB NZ safe deposit methods. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Check out the Victoria Derby betting guide, Victoria Derby form guide and our expert Victoria Derby tips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Choose a Victoria Derby bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the Victoria Derby Trifecta. There are many more Victoria Derby betting options available so make sure to check out our Victoria Derby betting markets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Select the Victoria Derby horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Victoria Derby nominations or Victoria Derby field. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are the popular betting markets for the Victoria Derby?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to betting on the Victoria Derby<\/strong>, there are a number of more popular betting options with punters including:<\/p>\n\n\n\nExotics: <\/strong>These include Quinella, Trifecta, and First Four, where you predict the specific order of finishers, offering potentially higher payouts but requiring more precise predictions. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWin & Place:<\/strong> Bet on a horse to win or finish in the top places. This is one of the most straightforward and popular betting options.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEach-Way:<\/strong> A combination of win and place bets, providing a safety net if your chosen horse doesn’t win but finishes in the top positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat makes betting on the Victoria Derby popular?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe fact that the Victoria Derby is the oldest Australian classic <\/strong>and the leading spring race for three-year-olds held down under <\/strong>make it a must watch and bet on horse racing event. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Victoria Derby prize money<\/strong> may not compare to the stakes on offer in events like the A$20 million The Everest<\/a><\/strong> and A$10 million The Golden Eagle<\/a><\/strong>, which are both held in Sydney over the spring, but it remains a highlight of the Australian racing calendar. <\/p>\n\n\n\nVictoria Derby Prize Money<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe Victoria Derby prize money is set at A$2,174,385 in total stakes allocated between first to eighth place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How much does the Victoria Derby winner get?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe winning Victoria Derby horse receives a total of A$1.2 million in prize money. The value of winning the Victoria Derby is far greater for any colts however who are building towards a stud career. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
See below for the official breakdown of Victoria Derby prizes<\/strong> on offer from the Victoria Derby winner to the eighth horse to cross the finish line in the official Victoria Derby results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- First: <\/strong>A$1,200,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Second:<\/strong> A$360,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Third:<\/strong> A$180,000 <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fourth:<\/strong> A$90,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fifth:<\/strong> A$50,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sixth – Eighth:<\/strong> A$40,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Conducted by the Victoria Racing Club (VRC), the Victoria Derby is one of the leading races at the Flemington track over the esteemed Melbourne Cup Carnival which is the highlight of the wider Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Victoria Derby has been won by a host of turf greats including plenty of subsequent Melbourne Cup<\/a><\/strong> and Caulfield Cup<\/a><\/strong> winners. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHow many international horses have won the Victoria Derby?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nNo horse from outside of Australia or New Zealand has ever contested or won the Victoria Derby. This is not a reflection of the race\u2019s importance, but is because of the three-year-old age restriction. The Victoria Derby is exclusively contested by Australasian-bred three-year-olds. Due to the Southern Hemisphere’s unique breeding season, these horses celebrate their third birthday on August 1st, making them ineligible to compete against their Northern Hemisphere counterparts, who are still two-year-olds at the time of the race. This creates a level playing field for Australasian horses to showcase their talent on the biggest stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How many horses have won the Victoria Derby more than once?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nOne. Fireworks (1867-68) managed the feat of winning the Victoria Derby twice as a three-year-old when two editions of the event ran in the same season – November 1867 and New Year\u2019s Day 1868. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby race betting<\/strong> traditionally focuses on the locally-trained three-year-olds and graduates out of key lead-up races including the Moonee Valley Vase at The Valley on Cox Plate Day in October. <\/p>\n\n\n\nVictoria Derby history shows two horses have won the Victoria Derby \u2013 Melbourne Cup double on successive years<\/strong> when returning to take out the two-mile classic the year after their Derby victory: Phar Lap (1929 & 1930) and Efficient (2006 & 2007).<\/p>\n\n\n\nNotably in 1995 Nothin\u2019 Leica Dane won the Victoria Derby before backing up on the Tuesday to run a brave second as a three-year-old in the Melbourne Cup quinella behind Doriemus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lantern was the first horse to win the Victoria Derby \u2013 Melbourne Cup double in the same<\/em> year<\/strong> achieving the rare feat in 1864. He won the Melbourne Cup in the slowest ever recorded time of 3 minutes and 52 seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHorses to do the Victoria Derby \u2013 Melbourne Cup double on the same year:<\/strong> Lantern (1864), Newhaven (1696), Trivalve (1927), <\/p>\n\n\n\nHorses to complete the Victoria Derby \u2013 Caulfield Cup double on successive years:<\/strong> Elvstroem (2003 & 2004). <\/p>\n\n\n\nHorses to complete the Victoria Derby \u2013 Cox Plate<\/a> double on successive years: <\/strong>Dulcify (1978 & 1979) and Red Anchor (1984 & 1985). <\/p>\n\n\n\nFor the best online betting on the Victoria Derby<\/strong>, consider tipping a horse to win both the Victoria Derby and another Group 1 race over the carnival in a spring double!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow many fillies have won the Victoria Derby?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThere have been only four fillies to beat home the boys in the Victoria Derby with the girls taking out the opening three editions from 1855-57 before the 1923 win by Frances Tressady.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Frances Tressady was the last filly to win the Victoria Derby<\/strong> in 1923.<\/p>\n\n\n\nVictoria Derby Race Records<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat is the fastest Victoria Derby winning time?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\nClassy chestnut Star Of The Realm ($6.50), ridden by Steven King, flew on a Firm (2) Flemington track to win the 1991 Victoria Derby in a slick time of 2 minutes 33.60 seconds<\/strong>. He beat home Naturalism ($3.25) by two lengths. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSince the redevelopment of the Flemington racetrack the fastest time in the Victoria Derby was set by Fiveandahalfstar who ran 2 minutes 35.92 seconds for his 2012 victory. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Who is the longest priced Victoria Derby winner? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nRebel Raider dually made VRC Derby history with his shock win in 2008 jumping at odds of $101. He was also the first Victoria Derby winner to be ridden by a female jockey with Clare Lindop in the saddle.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Time Does the Victoria Derby Start?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe Victoria Derby start time is 4:20pm (AEDT). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Barriers <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen is the Victoria Derby barrier draw? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe Victoria Derby barrier draw takes place on the same date as the final acceptances which is always the Wednesday of race week at around 10:00am (AEDT). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby barrier draw and allocated Victoria Derby gates play a key role for many punters when deciding on what horses to bet on in the big race. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Barriers have historically affected the Victoria Derby results as the distance and make-up of the course with the fairly short run to the first turn being best suited to horses drawn between barriers three and eight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Notable Victoria Derby barrier statistics <\/strong>to consider when placing your next Victoria Derby bet include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Barrier 13 is the latest Victoria Derby winning barrier with Goldrush Guru (2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Barrier 5 has produced four Victoria Derby winners since 2004<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Barrier 2 was the last to produce back-to-back Victoria Derby winners with Hit The Roof (2000) and Amalfi (2001)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Seven Victoria Derby winners from 2004-2024 jumped from double-digit gates with the latest being Goldrush Guru (13 in 2024)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Betting Favourites <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFavourites in Victoria Derby betting<\/strong> are those horses that jump at the shortest Victoria Derby odds. <\/p>\n\n\n\nLast Victoria Derby favourite to win:<\/strong> Riff Rocket ($2.20 in 2023). <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe latest Victoria Derby favourites to salute are: Efficient ($2.40 in 2006), Tarzino ($2.90 in 2015), Ace High ($7 in 2017), Hitotsu ($4 in 2021), and Riff Rocket ($2.20 in 2023). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Between 2006 and 2024 a total of five Victoria Derby favourites have gotten the job done for the punters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Form<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWe offer a complete Victoria Derby form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Victoria Derby field in addition to insider Victoria Derby racing tips and betting odds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Victoria Derby form guides include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Victoria Derby race preview and predictions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Racing analysis on the event and runners <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Previous runs, barrier trials and lead-up statistics <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Key information on all horses in the race like trainer and jockey form<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Runner commentary <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Whether you are just starting out tipping horses in the Victoria Derby<\/strong> or you are an expert Victoria Derby<\/strong> tipster<\/strong>, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Victoria Derby<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow to Read the Victoria Derby Guide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHere’s a step-by-step explanation of how to interpret a horse’s form and performance indicators when looking at this year’s Victoria Derby form guide<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBarrier Position: <\/strong>Evaluate the horse’s barrier draw and its historical performance from similar starting positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRecent Performances: <\/strong>Review the horse’s last few races, focusing on finish positions and the quality of competition faced.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTrack and Distance Records: <\/strong>Check the horse’s performance on similar track conditions and distances to gauge suitability.<\/p>\n\n\n\nJockey and Trainer Stats:<\/strong> Consider the success rates of the jockey and trainer combination, particularly in the Victoria Derby race.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWeight Carried:<\/strong> Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Victoria Derby as this can impact performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\nVictoria Derby Day Betting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nVictoria Derby Day betting<\/strong> is dominated by online Victoria Derby bets<\/strong>, but there are also a host of exciting support races that the TAB NZ offer top Flemington racing odds<\/strong> on. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Victoria Derby is one of three Group 1 events on the card along with the Coolmore Stud Stakes for three-year-old sprinters and the mares\u2019 only Empire Rose Stakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other Group status Victoria Derby Day races<\/strong> to check out our insider Flemington racing tips<\/strong> for include the: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Group 1 A$2 million Coolmore Stud Stakes<\/a><\/strong> (1200m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 1 A$1 million Empire Rose Stakes<\/a><\/strong> (1600m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 2 A$500,000 The Damien Oliver<\/strong> (formerly the Linlithgow Stakes) (1200m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$500,000 Carbine Club Stakes<\/strong> (1600m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$200,000 The Vanity<\/strong> (1400m) \u2013 formerly held during the autumn,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 2 A$300,000 Wakeful Stakes<\/strong> (1200m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$200,000 Rising Fast Stakes<\/strong> (formerly the Chatham Stakes) (1200m), and the<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$200,000 Furphy Sprint<\/strong> (formerly the Begonia Belle Stakes) (1100m). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
In Sydney on Victoria Derby Day the action at Royal Randwick Racecourse is headlined by the four-year-olds facing off in the lucrative Group 1 A$10 million The Golden Eagle (1500m). On the Sydney race card also that day is the A$3 million Russell Balding Stakes (1300m) which was formerly known as the Winners Stakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the Victoria Derby Day racing action is completed at Flemington however don\u2019t tune out! The official Melbourne Cup field and barrier draw are announced live after the last<\/strong> revealing the 24 horses to contest the world\u2019s richest handicap race the following Tuesday. That\u2019s when Melbourne Cup betting really takes off!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nMelbourne Cup Carnival <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe Melbourne Cup Carnival is the biggest of the mini-festivals of racing held in Victoria over the spring in Australia with the four-meeting carnival providing all the best betting opportunities for punters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Strap in each October and November as Flemington Racecourse comes alive across four days of heart-stopping racing kicking off with VRC Derby Day and headlined by Melbourne Cup Day on the first Tuesday of November. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Melbourne Cup Carnival race meetings are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Day: <\/strong>Racing on the Tuesday before the Melbourne Cup is the day for racing purists with an all-Group race card featuring a triple-shot of elite level racing headlined by the Group 1 Victoria Derby<\/strong> (2500m) for the best young stayers.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMelbourne Cup Day<\/a>:<\/strong> The biggest and best race day of the year in Australasia! Racing on the first Tuesday of November down under is of course headlined by the \u2018Race That Stops a Nation\u2019 \u2013 the Group 1 Melbourne Cup<\/strong> (3200m) drawing the best stayers from all over the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\nVRC Oaks Day:<\/strong> On the Thursday after the latest Melbourne Cup winner is revealed it is Ladies\u2019 Day at Flemington with the meeting topped by the three-year-old staying fillies facing off in the Group 1 VRC Oaks <\/a><\/strong>(2500m). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby field features a capacity of 16 horses with 4 emergencies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
See below for the official Victoria Derby field dates for 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- 2025 Victoria Derby Nominations<\/strong>: Close on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 12:00pm (Melbourne time).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 2025 Victoria Derby Final Field & Barrier Draw<\/strong>: Revealed on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n 2024 VRC Derby winner Goldrush Guru. Photo: Ultimate Racing Photos. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n Where can you bet on the Victoria Derby?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The best place to bet on this year\u2019s Victoria Derby race is through the TAB NZ online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Odds<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby odds and online betting tips on the Victoria Derby<\/strong> are dominated by proven young stayers, Kiwi-bred colts heading towards the event, and Sydney graduates looking to frank the Randwick from in Melbourne. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where can I find the Victoria Derby odds?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
For the latest odds and updates on the Victoria Derby, 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Place a Bet on the Victoria Derby<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Want to know how to make a bet on the Victoria Derby?<\/strong> Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Victoria Derby betting odds and options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Victoria Derby online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can place a Victoria Derby bet online anytime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Victoria Derby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement of watching the next potential star stallion, the Victoria Derby is a race for everyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest odds, joining a Victoria Derby sweepstake with work mates, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the spring carnival at Flemington, the Victoria Derby offers it all! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This iconic race showcases Australia’s finest young thoroughbreds and attracts racing enthusiasts from all over the globe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Bet on the Victoria Derby in 2025?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Log in or sign-up with TAB NZ. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Make a secure online deposit using one of the TAB NZ safe deposit methods. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Check out the Victoria Derby betting guide, Victoria Derby form guide and our expert Victoria Derby tips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Choose a Victoria Derby bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or the Victoria Derby Trifecta. There are many more Victoria Derby betting options available so make sure to check out our Victoria Derby betting markets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Select the Victoria Derby horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Victoria Derby nominations or Victoria Derby field. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are the popular betting markets for the Victoria Derby?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When it comes to betting on the Victoria Derby<\/strong>, there are a number of more popular betting options with punters including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Exotics: <\/strong>These include Quinella, Trifecta, and First Four, where you predict the specific order of finishers, offering potentially higher payouts but requiring more precise predictions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Win & Place:<\/strong> Bet on a horse to win or finish in the top places. This is one of the most straightforward and popular betting options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Each-Way:<\/strong> A combination of win and place bets, providing a safety net if your chosen horse doesn’t win but finishes in the top positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What makes betting on the Victoria Derby popular?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The fact that the Victoria Derby is the oldest Australian classic <\/strong>and the leading spring race for three-year-olds held down under <\/strong>make it a must watch and bet on horse racing event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby prize money<\/strong> may not compare to the stakes on offer in events like the A$20 million The Everest<\/a><\/strong> and A$10 million The Golden Eagle<\/a><\/strong>, which are both held in Sydney over the spring, but it remains a highlight of the Australian racing calendar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Prize Money<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby prize money is set at A$2,174,385 in total stakes allocated between first to eighth place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How much does the Victoria Derby winner get?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The winning Victoria Derby horse receives a total of A$1.2 million in prize money. The value of winning the Victoria Derby is far greater for any colts however who are building towards a stud career. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
See below for the official breakdown of Victoria Derby prizes<\/strong> on offer from the Victoria Derby winner to the eighth horse to cross the finish line in the official Victoria Derby results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- First: <\/strong>A$1,200,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Second:<\/strong> A$360,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Third:<\/strong> A$180,000 <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fourth:<\/strong> A$90,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fifth:<\/strong> A$50,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sixth – Eighth:<\/strong> A$40,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Conducted by the Victoria Racing Club (VRC), the Victoria Derby is one of the leading races at the Flemington track over the esteemed Melbourne Cup Carnival which is the highlight of the wider Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby has been won by a host of turf greats including plenty of subsequent Melbourne Cup<\/a><\/strong> and Caulfield Cup<\/a><\/strong> winners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How many international horses have won the Victoria Derby?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No horse from outside of Australia or New Zealand has ever contested or won the Victoria Derby. This is not a reflection of the race\u2019s importance, but is because of the three-year-old age restriction. The Victoria Derby is exclusively contested by Australasian-bred three-year-olds. Due to the Southern Hemisphere’s unique breeding season, these horses celebrate their third birthday on August 1st, making them ineligible to compete against their Northern Hemisphere counterparts, who are still two-year-olds at the time of the race. This creates a level playing field for Australasian horses to showcase their talent on the biggest stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How many horses have won the Victoria Derby more than once?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
One. Fireworks (1867-68) managed the feat of winning the Victoria Derby twice as a three-year-old when two editions of the event ran in the same season – November 1867 and New Year\u2019s Day 1868. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby race betting<\/strong> traditionally focuses on the locally-trained three-year-olds and graduates out of key lead-up races including the Moonee Valley Vase at The Valley on Cox Plate Day in October. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby history shows two horses have won the Victoria Derby \u2013 Melbourne Cup double on successive years<\/strong> when returning to take out the two-mile classic the year after their Derby victory: Phar Lap (1929 & 1930) and Efficient (2006 & 2007).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Notably in 1995 Nothin\u2019 Leica Dane won the Victoria Derby before backing up on the Tuesday to run a brave second as a three-year-old in the Melbourne Cup quinella behind Doriemus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lantern was the first horse to win the Victoria Derby \u2013 Melbourne Cup double in the same<\/em> year<\/strong> achieving the rare feat in 1864. He won the Melbourne Cup in the slowest ever recorded time of 3 minutes and 52 seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Horses to do the Victoria Derby \u2013 Melbourne Cup double on the same year:<\/strong> Lantern (1864), Newhaven (1696), Trivalve (1927), <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Horses to complete the Victoria Derby \u2013 Caulfield Cup double on successive years:<\/strong> Elvstroem (2003 & 2004). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Horses to complete the Victoria Derby \u2013 Cox Plate<\/a> double on successive years: <\/strong>Dulcify (1978 & 1979) and Red Anchor (1984 & 1985). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the best online betting on the Victoria Derby<\/strong>, consider tipping a horse to win both the Victoria Derby and another Group 1 race over the carnival in a spring double!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How many fillies have won the Victoria Derby?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There have been only four fillies to beat home the boys in the Victoria Derby with the girls taking out the opening three editions from 1855-57 before the 1923 win by Frances Tressady.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Frances Tressady was the last filly to win the Victoria Derby<\/strong> in 1923.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Race Records<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What is the fastest Victoria Derby winning time?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Classy chestnut Star Of The Realm ($6.50), ridden by Steven King, flew on a Firm (2) Flemington track to win the 1991 Victoria Derby in a slick time of 2 minutes 33.60 seconds<\/strong>. He beat home Naturalism ($3.25) by two lengths. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since the redevelopment of the Flemington racetrack the fastest time in the Victoria Derby was set by Fiveandahalfstar who ran 2 minutes 35.92 seconds for his 2012 victory. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Who is the longest priced Victoria Derby winner? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Rebel Raider dually made VRC Derby history with his shock win in 2008 jumping at odds of $101. He was also the first Victoria Derby winner to be ridden by a female jockey with Clare Lindop in the saddle.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Time Does the Victoria Derby Start?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby start time is 4:20pm (AEDT). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Barriers <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When is the Victoria Derby barrier draw? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby barrier draw takes place on the same date as the final acceptances which is always the Wednesday of race week at around 10:00am (AEDT). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby barrier draw and allocated Victoria Derby gates play a key role for many punters when deciding on what horses to bet on in the big race. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Barriers have historically affected the Victoria Derby results as the distance and make-up of the course with the fairly short run to the first turn being best suited to horses drawn between barriers three and eight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Notable Victoria Derby barrier statistics <\/strong>to consider when placing your next Victoria Derby bet include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Barrier 13 is the latest Victoria Derby winning barrier with Goldrush Guru (2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Barrier 5 has produced four Victoria Derby winners since 2004<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Barrier 2 was the last to produce back-to-back Victoria Derby winners with Hit The Roof (2000) and Amalfi (2001)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Seven Victoria Derby winners from 2004-2024 jumped from double-digit gates with the latest being Goldrush Guru (13 in 2024)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Betting Favourites <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Favourites in Victoria Derby betting<\/strong> are those horses that jump at the shortest Victoria Derby odds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Last Victoria Derby favourite to win:<\/strong> Riff Rocket ($2.20 in 2023). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The latest Victoria Derby favourites to salute are: Efficient ($2.40 in 2006), Tarzino ($2.90 in 2015), Ace High ($7 in 2017), Hitotsu ($4 in 2021), and Riff Rocket ($2.20 in 2023). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Between 2006 and 2024 a total of five Victoria Derby favourites have gotten the job done for the punters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Form<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We offer a complete Victoria Derby form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Victoria Derby field in addition to insider Victoria Derby racing tips and betting odds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Victoria Derby form guides include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Victoria Derby race preview and predictions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Racing analysis on the event and runners <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Previous runs, barrier trials and lead-up statistics <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Key information on all horses in the race like trainer and jockey form<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Runner commentary <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Whether you are just starting out tipping horses in the Victoria Derby<\/strong> or you are an expert Victoria Derby<\/strong> tipster<\/strong>, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Victoria Derby<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Read the Victoria Derby Guide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how to interpret a horse’s form and performance indicators when looking at this year’s Victoria Derby form guide<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Barrier Position: <\/strong>Evaluate the horse’s barrier draw and its historical performance from similar starting positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recent Performances: <\/strong>Review the horse’s last few races, focusing on finish positions and the quality of competition faced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Track and Distance Records: <\/strong>Check the horse’s performance on similar track conditions and distances to gauge suitability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jockey and Trainer Stats:<\/strong> Consider the success rates of the jockey and trainer combination, particularly in the Victoria Derby race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Weight Carried:<\/strong> Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Victoria Derby as this can impact performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Day Betting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Day betting<\/strong> is dominated by online Victoria Derby bets<\/strong>, but there are also a host of exciting support races that the TAB NZ offer top Flemington racing odds<\/strong> on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Victoria Derby is one of three Group 1 events on the card along with the Coolmore Stud Stakes for three-year-old sprinters and the mares\u2019 only Empire Rose Stakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other Group status Victoria Derby Day races<\/strong> to check out our insider Flemington racing tips<\/strong> for include the: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Group 1 A$2 million Coolmore Stud Stakes<\/a><\/strong> (1200m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 1 A$1 million Empire Rose Stakes<\/a><\/strong> (1600m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 2 A$500,000 The Damien Oliver<\/strong> (formerly the Linlithgow Stakes) (1200m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$500,000 Carbine Club Stakes<\/strong> (1600m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$200,000 The Vanity<\/strong> (1400m) \u2013 formerly held during the autumn,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 2 A$300,000 Wakeful Stakes<\/strong> (1200m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$200,000 Rising Fast Stakes<\/strong> (formerly the Chatham Stakes) (1200m), and the<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 3 A$200,000 Furphy Sprint<\/strong> (formerly the Begonia Belle Stakes) (1100m). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
In Sydney on Victoria Derby Day the action at Royal Randwick Racecourse is headlined by the four-year-olds facing off in the lucrative Group 1 A$10 million The Golden Eagle (1500m). On the Sydney race card also that day is the A$3 million Russell Balding Stakes (1300m) which was formerly known as the Winners Stakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the Victoria Derby Day racing action is completed at Flemington however don\u2019t tune out! The official Melbourne Cup field and barrier draw are announced live after the last<\/strong> revealing the 24 horses to contest the world\u2019s richest handicap race the following Tuesday. That\u2019s when Melbourne Cup betting really takes off!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Melbourne Cup Carnival <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Melbourne Cup Carnival is the biggest of the mini-festivals of racing held in Victoria over the spring in Australia with the four-meeting carnival providing all the best betting opportunities for punters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Strap in each October and November as Flemington Racecourse comes alive across four days of heart-stopping racing kicking off with VRC Derby Day and headlined by Melbourne Cup Day on the first Tuesday of November. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Melbourne Cup Carnival race meetings are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Derby Day: <\/strong>Racing on the Tuesday before the Melbourne Cup is the day for racing purists with an all-Group race card featuring a triple-shot of elite level racing headlined by the Group 1 Victoria Derby<\/strong> (2500m) for the best young stayers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Melbourne Cup Day<\/a>:<\/strong> The biggest and best race day of the year in Australasia! Racing on the first Tuesday of November down under is of course headlined by the \u2018Race That Stops a Nation\u2019 \u2013 the Group 1 Melbourne Cup<\/strong> (3200m) drawing the best stayers from all over the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
VRC Oaks Day:<\/strong> On the Thursday after the latest Melbourne Cup winner is revealed it is Ladies\u2019 Day at Flemington with the meeting topped by the three-year-old staying fillies facing off in the Group 1 VRC Oaks <\/a><\/strong>(2500m). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Group 1 A$1 million Empire Rose Stakes<\/a><\/strong> (1600m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Group 1 A$2 million Coolmore Stud Stakes<\/a><\/strong> (1200m),<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Second:<\/strong> A$360,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 2025 Victoria Derby Final Field & Barrier Draw<\/strong>: Revealed on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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