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Coolmore Stud Stakes

"The Speed Test"

Sat, 31 Oct 202666 days to go

Race Details

1200m
$2,000,000
Flemington
Victoria
Group 1
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About This Race

The Coolmore Stud Stakes is a Group 1 race for three-year-olds over 1200m at Flemington. Run on Derby Day, it showcases the best young sprinters.

History

First run in 1903, the race is a key form reference for horses heading to stallion duties. Winners include Redoute's Choice (1999) and Choisir (2002).

On the Calendar

  • It is the richest of 8 feature races on the Flemington card that day.
  • It is the 6th richest of 59 feature races scheduled at Flemington in the 2026-27 season.
  • It is one of 22 Group 1 races run in VIC in 2026-27.
  • Run over 1200m, it is a sprint test and one of 10 races at that trip at Flemington this season.
  • It falls in October 2026, alongside 59 other feature races in VIC that month.

Track Information

Flemington Racecourse

Home of the Melbourne Cup, Flemington is Australia's most famous racecourse. Its distinctive straight six and sweeping turns have hosted racing since 1840. The Melbourne Cup Carnival draws international attention each November.

Melbourne, VIC
1840
2312m
450m
Turf
120,000
Melbourne CupVictoria DerbyVRC OaksAustralian Guineas

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