The Golden Rose is the most prestigious and lucrative race at the Sydney Spring Racing Carnival, conducted in late August to early September annually.
A Group 1 race, elevated from its Group 2 status in 2009, for three-year-olds at set weights, the Golden Rose is often the primary spring target for many of Sydney’s runners and is worth $1 million in prizemoney, $650,000 of which goes to the connections of the first placegetter.
The Golden Rose, a relatively young feature race first run in 2003, is one of two group races held at the meeting, the other being the Group 3 Concorde Stakes (1100m).
Golden Rose Lead Up Races
The primary prep race for horses on their way to the riches the Golden Rose offers is the Group 3 The Run To The Roses. Run over a slightly shorter 1300m at the same track a fortnight before, The Run To The Roses provides three-year-olds with the ideal trial run.
The last horse to win The Run To The Roses – Golden Rose double was the now-retired Denman in 2009.
Earlier in the season, the Group 3 San Domenico Stakes (1100m) at Randwick is another good lead-up run for horses heading towards a Golden Rose victory.
Golden Rose Winners
Many quality three-year-olds that went on to become champion Australian racehorses have seen success in the Golden Rose including Denman (2009) and Court Command (2005).
Below is a list of the Golden Rose winners from 2003 – 2009. Due to the schedule of the racing season, there were officially two editions of the Golden Rose run in 2008.
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Manawanui |
| 2010 | Toorak Toff |
| 2009 | Denman |
| 2008 | Duporth |
| 2008 | Forensics |
| 2007 | RACE NOT HELD |
| 2006 | Court Command |
| 2005 | Paratroopers |
| 2004 | Doonan |
| 2003 | In Top Swing |
If, after the Golden Rose Stakes are complete, you’re looking for another big betting opportunity, try your hand at the Melbourne Cup. It’s an excellent opportunity to pick up some big payouts. Simply consult a good Melbourne Cup form guide and log in to a reliable online betting site. Who knows; you may just be the next big Melbourne Cup winner.
