Manikato Stakes

Moonee Valley lights up under the stars for one of the most exciting sprint races in Australian horse racing – the Manikato Stakes.

Named after the legendary sprinter Manikato, this race is one of the premier sprint events in the country, showcasing elite speedsters on the tight-turning Moonee Valley track. The Manikato Stakes draws some of the best sprinters from Australia and beyond, making it a must-watch event for racing enthusiasts and casual fans alike.

With a rich history and growing prestige, this Group 1 race provides an electrifying lead-up to Cox Plate Day, the night attracts a big crowd every year, especially since moving to the Grand Final eve public holiday in Victoria.

Prepare for the 2024 Manikato Stakes with Betseeker’s expert tips, insights, predictions, and strategies to help you pick a winner on one of racing’s most thrilling nights.


Manikato Stakes Facts

Length1200m
LocationMoonee Valley, Melbourne
TrackLeft-handed
Conditions3yo+ Weight-for-Age
Purse$2,000,000
Most Recent WinnerImperatriz

Manikato Stakes 2024 Tips

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Best Bet

13. Hayasugi
Moonee Valley R7 (9.15pm)

Three year old filly HAYASUGI should get the run of the race from barrier two and prove very hard to beat.

Value Bet

3. Recommendation
Moonee Valley R7 (9.15pm)

In a race without much speed RECOMMENDATION should be right up there and can go close at double figure odds.


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Manikato Stakes FAQs

What time is Manikato Stakes 2024?

9:15pm

How can I watch the 2024 Manikato Stakes?

Sky Racing or Racing.com.

How do you choose the winner of the Manikato Stakes?

The winner usually needs to have good sprinting form and run well at Moonee Valley, a specialist’s track. Being an on pace runner is an advantage.

Do favourites usually win the Manikato Stakes?

Favourite Imperatriz won the race in 2023 but she was the first since Chautauqua in 2015.

Who is the most successful Manikato Stakes jockey?

Since 2000, Nash Rawiller, Kerrin McEvoy, Patrick Payne, Luke Currie and Craig Williams have won the race twice.

Who is the most successful Manikato Stakes trainer?

Tony McEvoy, Ciaron Maher, Allan Denham and Guy Walter have won the race twice since 2000.

Which horse has won the most Manikato Stakes?

Spark of Life, Hey Doc, and Spinning Hill are multiple winners of the Manikato Stakes.

How long is the Manikato Stakes race in minutes?

Approximately one minute and ten seconds.

How many horses run in the Manikato Stakes?

The field capacity is 14.


Manikato Stakes 2023 Results

ResultsRunnerOdds
1st6. IMPERATRIZ$1.25
$1.01
2nd7. I AM ME$1.20
3rd3. UNCOMMON JAMES$1.20
4th1. THE INFERNO

Manikato Stakes Previous Winners

YearWinnerAge/SexJockeyTrainerBarrierWeightSP
2024TBA
2023Imperatriz5yo/MOpie BossonMark Walker456.5$1.40
2022Bella Nipotina5yo/MCraig WilliamsCiaron Maher & David Eustace156.5$3.60
2021Jonker6yo/HDaniel MoorTony Gollan458.5$5.50
2020Hey Doc7yo/GLuke CurrieTony McEvoy558.5$10
2019Loving Gaby3yo/FCraig WilliamsCiaron Maher & David Eustace251$7.00
2018Brave Smash6yo/HHugh BowmanDarren Weir958.5$8.50
2017Hey Doc4yo/GLuke CurrieTony McEvoy858.5$21
2016Rebel Dane7yo/HBen MelhamGary Portelli458.5$61
2015Chautauqua5yo/GTommy BerryMichael, Wayne and John Hawkes258.5$2.50
2014Lankan Rupee5yo/GCraig NewittMick Price958.5$4.00
2013Buffering6yo/GDamian BrowneRobert Heathcote1058.5$7.50
2012Sea Siren4yo/MJim CassidyJohn O’Shea556.5$5.50
2011Sepoy3yo/CKerrin McEvoyPeter Snowden152$1.80
2010Hay List5yo/GGlyn SchofieldJohn McNair158.5$1.50
2009Danleigh6yo/GKerrin McEvoyChris Waller158.5$17
2008Typhoon Zed5yo/GNash RawillerTim Martin1158.5$8.00
2007Gold Edition4yo/MS KatsidisR E Maund656
2005Spark of Life5yo/GG BossAllan Denham1257.5
2004Spark of Life4yo/GD NikolicAllan Denham857.5
2003Spinning Hill7yo/MP PayneG H Walter655
2002Spinning Hill6yo/MP PayneG H Walter455
2001Piavonic6yo/MN RawillerTony Noonan1055
2000Sunline5yo/MG J ChildsT J McKee1055
1999Redoute’s Choice3yo/HJ A CassidyRick Hore-Lacy850.5
1998Dane Ripper5yo/MD OliverBart Cummings1155
1997Spartacus4yo/HD BeadmanRick Hore-Lacy1057
1996Poetic King6yo/GS D MarshallD L Freedman1158
1995You Remember5yo/GD NikolicL R Smith458
1994Spanish Mix6yo/MS R KingJ R Hawkes1155.5
1993Never Undercharge4yo/HS D MarshallBart Cummings657
1992King Marauding3yo/HP AldermanD L Freedman750
1991Sonic Express4yo/HD OliverB J Bennett1157
1990Street Ruffian4yo/GD TriandafillouM Hewson1057
1989Westminster5yo/HP CookMS N Fraser658
1988Rancho Ruler4yo/HD GauciG Marconi157
1987Rubiton4yo/HH WhiteP C Barns757
1986Lockley’s Tradition5yo/GB WernerL M Armfield458
1985Touch of Genius3yo/HM ClarkeR E Hoysted450
1984Vite Cheval4yo/HK MitchellI G Saunders857
1983Strawberry Road4yo/HG WillettsD R Bougoure1257

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