Australian Racing Calendar
Every Group and Listed race in Australia
Group 1
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes
"The Spring Handicap"
Race Details
About This Race
The Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes is a Group 1 handicap race over 1400m at Caulfield. A key spring carnival handicap event.
History
Named after prominent racing figure Sir Rupert Clarke. Previously known as the Invitation Stakes.
On the Calendar
- It is the 2nd richest of 7 feature races on the Caulfield card that day.
- It is the 15th richest of 96 feature races scheduled at Caulfield in the 2025-26 season.
- It is one of 31 Group 1 races run in VIC in 2025-26.
- Run over 1400m, it is a mile test and one of 20 races at that trip at Caulfield this season.
- It falls in September 2025, alongside 27 other feature races in VIC that month.
Track Information
Caulfield Racecourse
Caulfield is a tight-turning track that rewards tactical racing. Home to the prestigious Caulfield Cup, it serves as a major lead-up to the Melbourne Cup. The track's unique layout makes it a true test of a jockey's skills.
Melbourne, VIC
1876
1800m
350m
Turf
40,000
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