Blue Diamond Stakes
2026
The Blue Diamond Stakes is Victoria's premier two-year-old race, run over 1200m at Caulfield each February. It is the headline act of the Blue Diamond series (Previews, Preludes, Final) and Melbourne's answer to the Golden Slipper.
Last Winner
Past Winners
| Year | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Streisand | B. Melham | C. McDonald | - |
| 2025 | Devil Night | M. Dee | Hawkes Racing | - |
| 2024 | Hayasugi | J. Kah | C. McDonald | - |
| 2023 | Little Brose | M. Dee | B. & JD Hayes | - |
Race History
First run in 1971, the Blue Diamond Stakes has launched the careers of champions including Manikato, Redoute's Choice and Sepoy. Winners regularly progress to Sydney's Golden Slipper, with the double rarely completed.
Blue Diamond Stakes FAQ
When is the Blue Diamond Stakes 2026?
The Blue Diamond Stakes is held in February (Late February) at Caulfield Racecourse.
What is the prize money for the Blue Diamond Stakes?
The Blue Diamond Stakes has total prize money of $2,000,000, making it one of Australia's richest group 1 races.
Who won the last Blue Diamond Stakes?
Streisand won the 2026 Blue Diamond Stakes, trained by C. McDonald and ridden by B. Melham.
How do I bet on the Blue Diamond Stakes?
You can find the best Blue Diamond Stakes odds from all major Australian bookmakers on our odds comparison page. We update odds in real-time leading up to the race.