Queen Elizabeth Stakes
2026
The Queen Elizabeth Stakes is the premier weight-for-age race of the Sydney Autumn Carnival, held on Day 2 of The Championships at Royal Randwick.
Last Winner
Past Winners
| Year | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Via Sistina | J. McDonald | C. Waller | $1.30 |
| 2023 | Think About It | T. Berry | C. Waller | $2.40 |
Race History
First run in 1954 as the Queen Elizabeth Stakes, this race was famously won by Winx four consecutive times (2017-2019) and is a true championship race.
Queen Elizabeth Stakes FAQ
When is the Queen Elizabeth Stakes 2026?
The Queen Elizabeth Stakes is held in April (Second Saturday in April) at Royal Randwick.
What is the prize money for the Queen Elizabeth Stakes?
The Queen Elizabeth Stakes has total prize money of $4,000,000, making it one of Australia's richest group 1 races.
Who won the last Queen Elizabeth Stakes?
Via Sistina won the 2024 Queen Elizabeth Stakes, trained by C. Waller and ridden by J. McDonald.
How do I bet on the Queen Elizabeth Stakes?
You can find the best Queen Elizabeth Stakes odds from all major Australian bookmakers on our odds comparison page. We update odds in real-time leading up to the race.