Newmarket Handicap
2026
The Newmarket Handicap is Australia's most famous sprint handicap, run down the Flemington straight six (1200m) on Super Saturday of the VRC Autumn Carnival.
Last Winner
Past Winners
| Year | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Caballus | C. Newitt | B. Baker | - |
| 2025 | Joliestar | D. Lane | C. Waller | - |
| 2024 | Cylinder | J. Kah | A. & S. Freedman | - |
| 2023 | In Secret | D. Holland | J. Cummings | - |
Race History
First run in 1874, the Newmarket Handicap has been won by sprinting greats from Black Caviar to In Secret. It remains the ultimate test of raw speed down the famous Flemington straight.
Newmarket Handicap FAQ
When is the Newmarket Handicap 2026?
The Newmarket Handicap is held in March (Super Saturday in March) at Flemington Racecourse.
What is the prize money for the Newmarket Handicap?
The Newmarket Handicap has total prize money of $2,000,000, making it one of Australia's richest group 1 races.
Who won the last Newmarket Handicap?
Caballus won the 2026 Newmarket Handicap, trained by B. Baker and ridden by C. Newitt.
How do I bet on the Newmarket Handicap?
You can find the best Newmarket Handicap odds from all major Australian bookmakers on our odds comparison page. We update odds in real-time leading up to the race.