Group 1 Races Australia
The elite level of Australian racing. Full list of Group 1s with results and upcoming dates.
Group 1 is the highest classification in Australian racing. Group 1 races are the most valuable and prestigious on the calendar and attract the best horses from Australia and overseas. Winning a Group 1 is the pinnacle for owners, trainers, and jockeys, and these races shape the breeding and form landscape each season.
Australia hosts dozens of Group 1 races each season. The Spring Carnival in Melbourne features the Melbourne Cup, Cox Plate, and Caulfield Cup; the Sydney autumn carnival includes the Golden Slipper, The Everest, and Doncaster Mile. Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth also stage Group 1s, so there is top-level racing around the country throughout the year. Our Australian racing calendar lists the key dates so you can plan ahead.
Group 2 and Group 3 races are the next tier down; Listed races sit below that. Black-type (Group and Listed) wins and placings are what breeders and buyers look for, so Group 1 form is the gold standard. Use our feature race pages for fields, odds, and results for the major Group 1s, and our Melbourne Cup and Cox Plate pages for in-depth coverage of the two most famous races on the Australian calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Group 1 races are there in Australia?
Australia has dozens of Group 1 races each season across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.
What is a Group 1 race?
Group 1 is the highest classification. These are the most valuable and prestigious races, attracting the best horses.
What are the biggest Group 1 races in Australia?
The Melbourne Cup, Cox Plate, Caulfield Cup, Golden Slipper, and The Everest are among the most famous. See our Feature Races and Australian Racing Calendar for the full list.