GROUP 12500m
Victoria Derby
2026
The Victoria Derby is Australia's premier three-year-old classic, run over 2500m at Flemington during the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
$2,000,000
Prize Money
Flemington
Victoria
2500m
Distance
November
First Saturday in November
Last Winner
Riff Rocket
2024
$2.50
SP
Jockey
J. McDonald
Trainer
C. Waller
Past Winners
| Year | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Riff Rocket | J. McDonald | C. Waller | $2.50 |
Race History
First run in 1855, the Victoria Derby is one of the oldest and most prestigious three-year-old races in Australia.
Victoria Derby FAQ
When is the Victoria Derby 2026?
The Victoria Derby is held in November (First Saturday in November) at Flemington Racecourse.
What is the prize money for the Victoria Derby?
The Victoria Derby has total prize money of $2,000,000, making it one of Australia's richest group 1 races.
Who won the last Victoria Derby?
Riff Rocket won the 2024 Victoria Derby, trained by C. Waller and ridden by J. McDonald.
How do I bet on the Victoria Derby?
You can find the best Victoria Derby odds from all major Australian bookmakers on our odds comparison page. We update odds in real-time leading up to the race.