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VRC Crown Oaks

"The Classic for Fillies"

Thu, 5 Nov 202671 days to go

Race Details

2500m
$1,000,000
Flemington
Victoria
Group 1
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About This Race

The VRC Crown Oaks (formerly VRC Oaks) is a Group 1 race for three-year-old fillies over 2500m at Flemington. Run on the Thursday of Melbourne Cup week, it is the staying classic for fillies.

History

First run in 1861, notable winners include Ethereal (2001), Jameka (2016), and Miami Bound (2019).

On the Calendar

  • It is the richest of 9 feature races on the Flemington card that day.
  • It is the 9th 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 2500m, it is a staying test and one of 5 races at that trip at Flemington this season.
  • It falls in November 2026, alongside 46 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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