Australian Derby
The Australian Derby is one of the four Group 1s on Day One of The Championships in Sydney and we have your complete guide to the event.
Australian Derby Betting Tips
We will have final-field tips for the Australian Derby when it is released a week in advance of the race date.
Any bookmaker that values their craft offer future markets early on all Championships races which means we can offer an Australian Derby betting tip very early in the piece.
Australian Derby Odds
The Australian Derby is a key Group 1 event during day one of The Championships in Sydney which means futures markets are set well in advance of the race date.
Our team will have your Australian Derby odds up as soon as markets open so check back closer to the race date for detailed odds and best bets.
Australian Derby Bookmaker Offers
The Championships is the biggest autumn racing meeting in Australia which means the bookmaker offers come thick and fast.
Bookies like Neds offered Australian Derby bookmaker offers on the Australian Derby and we'd expect them to do the same heading into 2020.
Australian Derby History
First raced as the AJC Randwick Derby Stakes, the Australian Derby is a race that has over 150 years of history in Sydney.
First raced in 1861, the Australian Derby has undergone a number of changes over the years including a 24 year period where geldings were not permitted to race in the event.
Raced at set weights for three-year-olds at the iconic Randwick racecourse, the event is considered the premier 3YO event in Australian and New Zealand.
The honour roll of the race reads like a who's who of Australian racing with Kingston Town, Tulloch and It's A Dundeel among the winners across the years.
Australian Derby Field
We usually know what horses are targetting this race in the weeks and sometimes months leading towards the Australian Derby, but the final field is not finalised until a week before the race.
Check back closer to the race date for the full Australian Derby field.
Australian Derby Form Guide
The best three-year-olds in the country typically compete in the Australian Derby so to gauge the form your best bet is to follow the paths of the 2YOs the year prior.
Luckily our experts pride ourselves on reading the form so if you are after an Australian Derby form guide you've come to the right place. Visit this page in the days leading up to the Group 1 feature for an in depth look at the race.
Australian Derby Previous Winners
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2019 | Angel Of Truth |
| 2018 | Levendi |
| 2017 | Jon Snow |
| 2016 | Tavago |
| 2015 | Mongolian Kahn |
| 2014 | Criterion |
| 2013 | It's A Dundeel |
| 2012 | Ethiopia |
| 2011 | Shamrocker |
| 2010 | Shoot Out |
| 2009 | Roman Emperor |
| 2008 | Nom Du Jeu |
| 2007 | Fiumicino |
| 2006 | Headturner |
| 2005 | Eremein |
| 2004 | Starcraft |
| 2003 | Clangalang |
| 2002 | Don Eduardo |
| 2001 | Universal Prince |
| 2000 | Fairway |
Australian Derby Live Streaming
If you are wanting to watch the Australian Derby via a live stream your best bet is sign up at online bookmaker BetEasy.
BetEasy is currently the online bookie that offers live streaming on all Australian races, which includes The Championships in Sydney.
Australian Derby Race Schedule
The Australian Derby is one of four huge G1 races on day one of The Championships.
Here's the rest of the card for day one of The Championships at Royal Randwick.
| Date | Saturday, April 4, 2020 |
| Time | TBA |
| Track | Randwick |
| Distance | 2400m |
| Conditions | Set weights |
| Prize Money | $2 million |
| Age | 3YO |
Here's the rest of the card for day one of The Championships at Royal Randwick.
Race 1: Kindgarden Stakes
Race 2: Carbine Club Stakes
Race 3: Adrian Knox Stakes
Race 4: Country Championships Final
Race 5: Chairman's Quality
Race 6: Sires' Produce Stakes
Race 7: Australian Derby
Race 8: TJ Smith Stakes
Race 9: Doncaster Mile
Race 10: PJ Bell Stakes
Australian Derby Barrier Draw
Once the final field for the Australian Derby is set the barrier draw usually follows.
Check back in the week leading up to this race for the full Australian Derby barrier draw.
Australian Derby 2019 Result
1st - Angel Of Truth
2nd - Madison County
3rd - Surely Sacred
Australian Derby FAQ
When is the 2020 Australian Derby?
The 2020 Australian Derby runs on Saturday April 4, 2020.
How long is the Australian Derby?
The staying contest is run over 2400m.
Where is the Australian Derby held?
The Australian Derby is held at Randwick, which is located in Sydney, Australia.
What time does the Australian Derby run?
The Australian Derby is held at 4:55pm.
Who won the 2019 Australian Derby?
Angel Of Truth took out the Australian Derby.
What’s the prize money for the 2020 Australian Derby?
$2 million is the total prize pool for the 2020 Australian Derby.
